Tampere University Doctoral Education: Tampere University invites applications for 106 fully funded PhD positions as part of the national doctoral education pilot. These positions offer a unique opportunity for motivated doctoral researchers to contribute to innovative projects across various disciplines. Successful candidates will receive competitive salaries and access to world-class research environments, industry ecosystems, and support services.
ℹ️ Seeking highly qualified and motivated doctoral researchers for Finnish industry, society, and academia.
⏰ Full-time positions available for a three-year fixed term starting on August 1, 2024, or January 1, 2025.
💼 Benefits include:
- 🎓 Committed supervision, support, and guidance throughout the PhD journey.
- 🌐 Opportunity to join national networks and industry ecosystems.
- 🏛️ Access to world-class research environment and infrastructure.
- 📚 Courses and resources from the Doctoral School.
📦 Relocation service package provided to assist with settling in Tampere.
🎓 Successful candidates must be pursuing or accepted into a doctoral programme.
📝 Detailed admission requirements and pilot-specific instructions available in job postings, updated regularly.
Fully Funded PhD Positions: Tampere University Doctoral Education Pilot
Study Area: Various Disciplines (See Below)
- Innovative Doctoral Education Ecosystem for Photonics (I-DEEP) (Flagship PREIN, 26 positions), application period ends on 11 April, apply for the positions through our recruiting system
- MIcroELectronics doctoral school pilot
- Intelligent Work Machines doctoral pilot programme (8 positions), application period ends on 5 April, apply for the positions through our recruiting system
- Circular Materials Bioeconomy Network (CIMANET): From bio-based resources to advanced materials (Flagship FinnCeres, one position opening in spring, two in the autumn 2024) application period for the first CIMANET position ends on 22 April, apply for the position through our recruiting system
- Doctoral Education Pilot for Mathematics of Sensing, Imaging and Modelling (Flagship FAME)
- Doctoral Education Pilot in Precision Cancer Medicine (Flagship iCAN,10 positions), application period ends on 1 April, 2024, apply for the positions through our recruiting system
- EDUCA Flagship doctoral school pilot project (Flagship EDUCA)
- Finnish Doctoral Program Network in Artificial Intelligence (Flagship FCAI), application period ends on 2 April! Read more and apply through FCAI website
- National Doctoral Education Pilot based on Immune system (Flagship InFlames)
- Quantum (Flagship Quantum)
- Doctoral pilot in software engineering (5 positions), application period ends on 9 April, apply for the positions through our recruiting system
- Interdisciplinary Doctoral School of Social Services
- Sustainability Transformations
Location: Tampere, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification: Highly qualified and motivated doctoral researchers seeking to become next-generation professionals in Finnish industry, society, and academia are encouraged to apply. Candidates must commit to completing their doctoral studies within the three-year target time. General eligibility requirements for doctoral studies apply, and specific admission requirements vary depending on the pilot. Candidates with study rights for a doctoral degree at Tampere University awarded on or after November 1, 2023, are eligible. Please refer to the detailed information provided in the job postings for each pilot.
Description: Tampere University offers 106 fully funded PhD positions as part of the national doctoral education pilot. These positions are part of collaborative efforts to pilot new practices in doctoral education, aiming to enhance mobility, direction, guidance, and employment opportunities for doctoral graduates. Successful candidates will work on innovative projects across various disciplines, contributing to research, development, and innovation activities. Positions are full-time, fixed-term contracts for three years, starting either on August 1, 2024, or January 1, 2025. Candidates will receive committed supervision, support, and guidance throughout their PhD journey, along with access to research infrastructure and the resources offered by the Doctoral School.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply through the Open Positions website of Tampere University. Applications must include a cover letter describing motivation and qualifications, a curriculum vitae (CV) with a list of publications, and the contact information of three references. Please refer to the specific application instructions provided for each pilot.
Last Date: Application deadlines vary depending on the pilot:
- Innovative Doctoral Education Ecosystem for Photonics (I-DEEP): April 11, 2024
- Intelligent Work Machines Doctoral Pilot Programme: April 5, 2024
- Circular Materials Bioeconomy Network (CIMANET): April 22, 2024 (for the first position)
- Doctoral Education Pilot in Precision Cancer Medicine: April 1, 2024
- Finnish Doctoral Program Network in Artificial Intelligence (FCAI): April 2, 2024
- Quantum: To be announced
- Doctoral Pilot in Software Engineering: April 9, 2024
- Other pilots: Application periods will be updated regularly.
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and advance your academic and professional career at Tampere University. Apply now and be part of a vibrant academic community in one of Finland’s most dynamic cities!
