Postdoctoral Researcher in Medical Physics & Engineering – University of Eastern, Finland

Summary

The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Medical Physics and Engineering at the Department of Technical Physics, Kuopio campus. The researcher will work on low-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), focusing on MRI hardware, pulse sequences, image reconstruction and applications. The position is full-time for 2.5 years, starting 1 September 2026 or as agreed.

Postdoctoral Researcher in Medical Physics & Engineering – University of Eastern, Finland

Designation

Postdoctoral Researcher – Medical Physics and Engineering

Job Details

Research Area

Low-field MRI, medical physics, MRI hardware, pulse-sequence development, image reconstruction and biomedical imaging applications.

Location

Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio Campus, Kuopio, Finland.

Eligibility / Qualification

Applicants should have:

• A doctoral degree, for example in Physics, Engineering, Medical Engineering or a related field.
• The doctoral degree must not have been completed more than five years before accepting the position, calculated as a net period excluding eligible interruptions such as parental leave or military service.
• Good spoken and written English-language skills.
• Previous knowledge and experience in magnetic resonance imaging, pulse-sequence development and low-field MRI.

Desirable qualifications include:

• Electronics experience, including RF electronics and MRI coil or gradient-coil design.
• Programming skills in MATLAB, C/C++ or Python.
• Experience with manufacturing techniques such as 3-D printing.
• MRI image-reconstruction experience, including nonuniform FFT or compressive sensing.
• Strong publication record.
• Experience supervising students.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work within a Research Council of Finland consortium project developing low-field (~50 mT) MRI technology. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and constructing an open-source, open-hardware low-field MRI device.
• Implementing and testing software, particularly MRI pulse sequences.
• Developing and carrying out applications using low-field MRI.
• Collaborating with national and international research institutions and companies.
• Publishing research results in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Contributing to the acquisition and implementation of externally funded research projects.
• Mentoring and supervising PhD, Bachelor’s and Master’s students and interns.
• Participating in scientific collaborations and, where appropriate, teaching activities.

Salary & Benefits

The salary follows the Finnish universities’ salary system. The position is based on job requirement level 5, with a personal salary component of 6–50%. The initial total salary is approximately €3,985–€4,190 per month. Benefits include flexible multi-location work opportunities, professional development, occupational healthcare, staff training, lunch discounts and sports services.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application through UEF’s electronic application system by 27 August 2026 at 23:59 Finnish time (UTC+3).

Required attachments include:

1. CV
2. List of publications
3. Copies of academic degree certificates/diplomas
4. Language-proficiency certificates, where applicable
5. Motivation letter of maximum two pages, explaining interest in the project and suitability for the position
6. Any other documents demonstrating relevant qualifications or achievements.

If a diploma is not in English, Finnish or Swedish, an official English translation must be provided.

Official application page: Apply for the Postdoctoral Researcher position

Last Date for Apply

📅 27 August 2026, 23:59 Finnish time (UTC+3).

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