Tampere University invites applications for a MSCA Doctoral Researcher position focused on the control and optimization of structured light generation in optical fibers. This opportunity is part of the HiPOVor international collaborative project, which aims to advance the creation of light beams carrying optical angular momentum with high peak and average power. The project is supported by a consortium of eight leading European universities and nine industry partners, offering a multidisciplinary and high-impact research environment.

The doctoral research will center on developing a systematic approach for generating coherent broadband structured light with machine-learning-reconfigurable modal, spectral, and temporal properties at practical output powers. The work leverages nonlinear dynamics in multimode optical fibers, combining controlled spatio-spectral nonlinear interactions, advanced modal decomposition, and data-driven optimization to enable programmable beam shaping directly at the source. The goal is to transition from empirical beam self-organization to deterministic, tunable generation of complex structured fields in compact fiber platforms.

Expected outcomes include a new toolbox for structured light generation based on all-fiber sources, enabling dynamic control of beam structure and spectrum with high stability suitable for real-world deployment. These novel sources are anticipated to open new opportunities across sectors such as medical diagnostics, environmental sensing and monitoring, advanced material processing, and quality control in the food industry.

The position offers planned secondments at the University of Warsaw (Poland) and University of Stuttgart (Germany), and the doctoral candidate will participate in dissemination activities through social media, project websites, LinkedIn groups, YouTube channels, and blogging. The place of employment is Tampere University, Finland, with a contract duration of 36 months and a trial period of 6 months. The target degree is a PhD from Tampere University.

Funding is provided in accordance with MSCA rules, with a gross salary of 3,950 euros/month (living and mobility allowance), and 4,450 euros/month if eligible for family allowance. The MSCA Fellow pays Finnish progressive tax and employee unemployment insurance fee from the taxable monthly gross salary.

Applicants must have a Master of Science (MSc) diploma, be eligible for the Tampere University Doctoral Program, and not have been awarded a doctoral degree. The MSCA Mobility Rule applies, requiring candidates not to have resided or carried out their main activity in Finland for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to recruitment. Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory, and a solid background in laser physics is a strong asset. Applicants of any nationality are welcome.

Tampere University offers a dynamic academic environment in one of the most stable, free, and safe countries globally. The city of Tampere is a major academic hub in the Nordic region, with a vibrant entrepreneurial community and rich cultural scene. For more information about Tampere and Finland, visit visittampere.fi, visitfinland.com, and infofinland.fi.

To apply, submit your application through the Tampere University online recruitment system by 31st March 2026. Required documents include certified copies of degree certificates, official translations if necessary, CV (preferably Europass format), list of publications, references, and a motivation letter. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may begin during the application period. For further information, contact Professor Goëry Genty ([email protected]) or Associate Professor Regina Gumenyuk ([email protected]).