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Two R&D Engineer/Postdoc Positions in Scanning Probe Instrumentation and Semiconductor Thin-Film Metrology at Aalto University Aalto University in Finland

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Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Business Finland-funded Research-to-Business project (ATOMEL) with initial funding for 18 months. The positions are full-time, employed by Aalto University for the project duration, with salary depending on experience and occupational healthcare included. There is a possibility of extension and potential transition into a startup role after the project.

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Keywords

Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Semiconductor Physics
Automation
Microelectronics
Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
Control System
Physics

About this position

Aalto University is recruiting two R&D Engineer/Postdoc positions for the Business Finland-funded ATOMEL Research-to-Business project. The work is hosted in the Soft Matter and Wetting Group in the Department of Applied Physics and is led by Dr. Ali Afzalifar with guidance from Prof. Robin Ras.

The project focuses on developing a new metrology technology for ultra-thin film characterization, with a strong emphasis on semiconductor applications. The team will work on scanning probe instrumentation, control systems, automation, nano-positioning, quartz resonators, and advanced electrical characterization such as I-V and C-V measurements. One role is centered on SPM instrumentation and control systems; the other focuses on semiconductor device physics and thin-film metrology.

This is a highly applied, industry-facing opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in physics, electrical engineering, materials science, mechatronics, mechanics, nanoelectronics, or microelectronics. The post explicitly seeks people with hands-on hardware experience, real-time control and embedded/software skills, or deep semiconductor characterization expertise. English fluency is expected; Finnish is a plus. The team also values an entrepreneurial mindset, since the project is intended to prepare for commercialization and may lead to a startup.

The positions are full-time and initially funded for 18 months, with the possibility of extension. Aalto University states that the salary depends on experience and that occupational healthcare is included. The application deadline is 2026-06-30.

To apply, submit a single PDF in English through Aalto University’s recruitment system. The application should include a motivation letter, CV with references and publications if available, and a copy of the highest degree certificate with transcripts and translations if needed.

Funding details

Business Finland-funded Research-to-Business project (ATOMEL) with initial funding for 18 months. The positions are full-time, employed by Aalto University for the project duration, with salary depending on experience and occupational healthcare included. There is a possibility of extension and potential transition into a startup role after the project.

What's required

Position 1 requires a Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanics, or a highly related instrumentation field; a PhD is an asset. Applicants should have practical hands-on experience building, modifying, or repairing SPM hardware, experience with nano-positioning, quartz crystal resonators, high-frequency lock-in amplifiers, and digital PLL systems, and software development experience for instrument automation and real-time data acquisition using C/C++ plus Python/MATLAB. Position 2 requires a Master's degree in Materials Science, Solid-State Physics, Nanoelectronics, or Microelectronics Engineering; a PhD is an asset. Applicants should have deep knowledge of thin-film characterization, solid-state device testing, MOS device physics, dielectric breakdown, interface traps, and semiconductor parameter analyser operations, plus familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing challenges and industry roadmaps. For both roles, fluency in English is expected, Finnish is a plus, and candidates should have a strong entrepreneurial mindset and motivation to continue beyond the initial R2B phase.

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