Tampere University is seeking 12 highly motivated researchers for fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions within the FutureChips Postdoctoral Programme. This is a 3-year full-time opportunity focused on next-generation semiconductor technologies.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Chip Technologies) Tampere University, Finland
Position Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Research Fellow |
| Number of Positions | 12 |
| Duration | 3 years (Fixed-term) |
| Salary | 4,500 € per month |
| Location | Tampere, Finland |
| Application Deadline | August 31, 2026 |
Research Areas
The program focuses on four interconnected semiconductor research areas:
- Advanced compound materials and heterostructures
- Novel architectures
- Chip design
- Advanced packaging
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will design, coordinate, and implement your own research projects and publish findings in high-impact venues. You will contribute to the development of semiconductor technologies and the associated knowledge base within an excellent infrastructure, including access to the System-in-Package Fabrication (SiPFAB) platform.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Degree: Must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., future electronics, electrical engineering, photonics, micro- and nanotechnology, semiconductor physics, advanced materials, or chip design) by August 31, 2026.
- Mobility: Must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work/studies) in Finland for more than 12 months in the 36 months preceding the application deadline.
- Skills: Ability to pursue independent scholarly activity and fluent spoken and written English skills.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via the university’s online recruitment system. Please ensure all documents are in English and PDF format:
- Doctoral degree certificate (or official confirmation of completion/defense).
- Combined PDF document (max 10 MB) including:
- Research Plan Abstract (max 2,500 characters).
- Research Plan (max 25,000 characters).
- Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages).
- List of publications (indicate 5 most important).
- Ethics self-assessment.
- Motivation letter (max 1 page).
For detailed instructions, refer to the Guide for Applicants on the FutureChips website.
Last Date for Application: August 31, 2026 (23:59 EEST / UTC +3).
For inquiries, please contact: futurechips@tuni.fi
