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Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student) in Finite Element Technology for Smooth Problems University of Eastern Finland in Finland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full-time employment for three years with a salary under the Finnish university salary system. The expected starting salary is approximately EUR 2,710–2,845 per month, comprising job-related and personal salary elements. Staff benefits include occupational health care, flexible multi-location work, training, subsidised meals and sports services.
Deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Country
Finland
University
University of Eastern Finland
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The University of Eastern Finland invites applications for one full-time Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student) position in Finite Element Technology for Smooth Problems at the Department of Technical Physics, Kuopio Campus.
The doctoral project focuses on the development and application of advanced computational methods for complex continuum and multiphysics problems. The researcher will develop, mathematically analyse and implement finite element methods, apply them to challenging computational engineering problems, prepare scientific publications and complete a doctoral dissertation. Limited teaching duties of up to 5% may be included, together with participation in conferences, research visits and international collaboration.
Supervision will be provided by Assistant Professor Adam Sky at the University of Eastern Finland and Dr. Michael Neunteufel at the Johann Radon Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics in Linz, Austria. Relevant research interests include finite element methods, numerical analysis, scientific computing, computational physics, continuum mechanics, tensor calculus and generalised continuum theories.
Applicants need a Master's degree, or equivalent qualification, in computational physics and engineering, mathematics, scientific computing, mechanical engineering or a related field and must meet the LUMETO doctoral programme admission criteria. Final-stage Master's students may apply if they complete their degree by 30 November 2026. A strong foundation in mathematics and continuum physics, scientific programming experience, preferably in Python, and good written and spoken English are required. Experience with finite element methods and programming in C++, C or Rust is advantageous.
The appointment is a three-year fixed-term position beginning 1 January 2027 or by agreement. The expected starting salary is approximately EUR 2,710–2,845 per month under the Finnish university salary system, with university staff benefits. Applications must be submitted electronically by 16 November 2026 at 23:59 Finnish time.
Funding details
Full-time employment for three years with a salary under the Finnish university salary system. The expected starting salary is approximately EUR 2,710–2,845 per month, comprising job-related and personal salary elements. Staff benefits include occupational health care, flexible multi-location work, training, subsidised meals and sports services.
What's required
Applicants must be eligible for postgraduate studies and hold a Master's degree in computational physics and engineering, mathematics, scientific computing, mechanical engineering or a related field from a university or university of applied sciences, or an equivalent qualification from abroad. Applicants in the final stage of their Master's degree may apply if they complete the degree and provide the certificate by 30 November 2026. Applicants must meet the admission criteria of the LUMETO Doctoral Programme in Science, Forestry and Technology and have a good command of written and spoken English. A strong foundation in mathematics and continuum physics and experience in scientific programming, preferably Python, are required. Experience with finite element methods, tensor calculus, continuum mechanics, generalised continuum theories, scientific computing, or C++, C or Rust is advantageous.
How to apply
Submit the electronic application through the Varbi application portal by 16 November 2026 at 23:59 Finnish time (UTC+2). Include a CV, degree and language-proficiency certificates, transcript of records, a maximum one-page motivation letter, and any available publication list or other merit documents. Official English translations are required for certificates not issued in English, Finnish or Swedish.
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