HIIT Postdoctoral and Research Fellow: The Helsinki Institute for Information Technology (HIIT) invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Fellow positions. These roles are designed for researchers in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) who aim to further their careers in academia. Successful candidates will contribute to strategic focus areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Computational Health, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Foundations of Computing.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow & Research Fellow
| Position Type | Contract Duration | Employer |
|---|---|---|
| HIIT Postdoctoral Fellow | Up to 3 years | Aalto University / University of Helsinki |
| HIIT Research Fellow | Up to 5 years | Aalto University / University of Helsinki |
Research Areas:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computational Health
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Foundations of Computing
Location:
Helsinki Metropolitan Area, Finland (Aalto University’s Otaniemi campus or the University of Helsinki’s Kumpula campus)
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For Postdoctoral Fellow:
- A recently completed PhD (within the last 3-5 years)
- Excellent research track record with publications in relevant fields
- Good command of English
- For Research Fellow:
- A PhD preferably with postdoctoral experience
- Demonstrated ability to develop and lead a research agenda
- Good command of English
Job Description:
- Develop and conduct research aligned with HIIT’s strategic areas.
- Collaborate with research groups and contribute to the academic community.
- For Research Fellows, develop an independent research project and build a research group.
- Engage in supervision of students and participate in departmental teaching.
How to Apply:
- Prepare the following documents in PDF format:
- Cover letter (1-2 pages) detailing your research interests.
- CV.
- List of publications.
- Transcript and degree certificate of doctoral studies.
- Contact details of 2-3 academic referees.
- Submit your application through the HIIT eRecruitment system.
Last Date to Apply:
August 31st, 2025, by 11:59 PM (UTC+03:00)
For further inquiries, please contact the HIIT coordinator at coordinator@hiit.fi.
