ALFA University College

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 14 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. The School of Electrical Engineering is one of the six schools of Aalto University. Our portfolio covers fields from natural sciences to engineering and information sciences. In parallel with basic research, we develop ideas and technologies further into innovations and services. We are experts in systems science; we develop integrated solutions from care of the elderly to space robotics. We are now looking for a Doctoral Researcher in quantum computing and algorithms. Are you as excited about quantum technology and its future applications as we are? We are now looking for a doctoral researcher to join the Micro and Quantum Systems (MQS) research group in developing quantum computing schemes for practical applications at Aalto University’s Electronics and Nanoengineering department. In this position you will have a chance to take a deep dive into quantum computing and make a real impact by high-quality research. Join us in shaping the future! Your role and goals Your primary task as a doctoral researcher is to conduct research into quantum algorithms and information, and thus earn your PhD degree. You are expected to take an active role in advancing the research projects of the MQS group. Our recent research has focused on the theory and applications of variational quantum algorithms and quantum machine learning. We also have activity in quantum optics, so additional experience and interest in this topic is considered a definite advantage. Theoretical research into the capabilities of quantum computing and quantum advantage is also a prospective topic, especially in relation to cryptography. The exact research topics can be adjusted within the limits set by our current projects according to the interests of the applicant. Your goal in research will be to produce world-class results, in collaboration with the other group members, and publish them in high-impact journals. In addition to research, you will also be expected to take courses as a part of your PhD degree and participate in the teaching activities of the research group. Your network and team  Currently, our research group consists of 1 professor, 1 lecturer, 1 staff scientist, 1 postdoc and 5 PhD students. The group is led by Professor Ilkka Tittonen. Your experience and ambitions  Applicants are expected to hold a Master’s degree and excellent study records in theoretical physics, mathematics, computer science, or other relevant field. have a keen interest in quantum computing have a working proficiency in English. (Finnish language is not required.) The research topics can be adjusted according to the background of the applicant. Familiarity with cryptography and/or quantum optics is an advantage. Teaching experience will also be a valuable asset. What we offer We offer the applicant the opportunity to conduct research in a vibrant and active national and international community. Finland hosts many active research groups in quantum computing connected via a national quantum consortium called InstituteQ with many quantum-related activities. We also have access to real quantum hardware, VTT’s Q50 machine, which sits right downstairs from our offices. Aalto University also offers ample opportunities for multidisciplinary research and teaching collaboration. We offer you interesting work in an inspiring work environment. You will work in a community of students, researchers and other professionals, where we promote socially significant goals in the fields of science and education. We will familiarize you with your tasks and you will become part of a friendly and competent team that will offer you support in your work tasks also in the future. We work in a hybrid way, and the primary workplace is Otaniemi, Espoo. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities, 13,000 students and 4,500 employees. Life at the transformed campus is vibrant and filled with amazing architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services and good connections along the recently opened metro line. Join us! To apply, please share your application with us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”) at the latest by March 31, 2026. Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. We encourage you to apply early, as we will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. Transcript of study records CV Motivation letter Recommendation letters (max. 2, if available) Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions. For more information regarding the open position, please contact university lecturer Matti Raasakka, matti.raasakka@aalto.fi or professor Ilkka Tittonen, ilkka.tittonen@aalto.fi. In any question regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Advisor, hr-elec@aalto.fi. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: Aalto University – Towards a better world, Aalto People, and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto Check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/ About Finland  Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world. For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto/for-international-staff. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.

The Doctoral Programme in Social Sciences is inviting applications for the positions of DOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN ECONOMICS for fixed one-year term starting from 1 September 2026. The employment is part-time (50%). In addition, the Yrjö Jahnsson Foundation grants and pays a personal scholarship to those selected for the position. About the post You are tasked with completing your doctoral thesis and your doctoral degree in accordance with the curriculum of your doctoral programme. Your duties may also include teaching and other duties up to 5% of your annual working hours. The employment contract will be subject to a probationary period of six months. We will offer you: The opportunity to work in an international multidisciplinary research community High-quality research infrastructure and support Occupational health services and other comprehensive staff benefits A competitive salary The salary of a full-time new doctoral researcher is typically between €2,600 and €2,700 per month. The requirement level of the position increases as the work on the doctoral thesis progresses. The salary for the post of a doctoral researcher is based on levels 2 to 4 of the job requirement chart for teaching and research staff in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal work performance. Requirements for successful applicants Applicants must hold a master’s degree and a high-quality research plan. The employment cannot commence before the applicant has completed a degree entitling them to pursue doctoral studies (second-cycle higher education degree or equivalent). In addition, the appointee will need to have secured the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki by the start of the appointment, or must apply for the right and obtain it within the six-month probationary period. Please read more about the application process for the right to complete a doctoral degree on the University of Helsinki's website. The applications are assessed based on the quality and feasibility of the research plan. The abilities and motivation demonstrated in the completion of a previous degree or in another manner to complete a doctoral degree in accordance with a research plan are also assessed based on the application. The topic of the research plan must suit the profile of the doctoral programme. Successful applicants will become doctoral researchers at the University of Helsinki. They will be expected to reside in Finland during their employment at the University of Helsinki. Temporary international travel for research purposes is possible when separately agreed upon. Interested? Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the “Apply now” button below. Internal applicants (i.e. current employees of the University of Helsinki) may submit applications using the “Employee Login” button. The closing date for applications is 27 February 2026. Please include with your applications the following documents in English: Research plan  Applicants must use the research plan template and cannot exceed the maximum number of pages or characters including spaces to ensure equal treatment of all applicants. The application will be rejected if the instructions are not followed. Research plan template Maximum length of the research plan is five pages CV  The CV must follow the template and cannot exceed the maximum number of pages or characters including spaces to ensure equal treatment of all applicants. The application will be rejected if the instructions are not followed. CV template Maximum length of CV is three pages Copies of your master’s (or equivalent) degree diploma and transcript of studies All applicants should include these in the application, even if they already have a doctoral study right or have graduated from the University of Helsinki Further information For queries regarding the position, please contact Professor Hannu Vartiainen, hannu.vartiainen@helsinki.fi  Further information on the doctoral programme may be obtained from Specialist Tuuli Holttinen, tuuli.holttinen@helsinki.fi A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant predoctoral 60 Centre for Teacher Education Startdate: 01.03.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5240 With 27 teaching subjects, one specialization and over 11,000 student teachers, the University of Vienna is the largest teacher training institution in Austria. At the Centre for Teacher Education (ZLB), we are working to bundle and further develop the various initiatives to improve the quality of teacher education. Together with the faculties and centres involved in teacher education and the universities of teacher education within the North-East Network, future teachers are prepared for the changing needs of a modern school and are enabled to contribute to shaping the learning and living environment of schools on the basis of scientific expertise.  Your personal sphere of influence: The advertised position is located at the Center for Teacher Education and is part of the doctoral program "Educational Innovation Needs Educational Research." As a University Assistant Praedoc, you will join the research team led by Prof. Susanne Schwab (Chair of School Pedagogy with a special focus on social, linguistic, and cultural diversity). The department deals with questions of school participation, inclusion and equal opportunities. We investigate how education systems, schools and teaching create conditions that can promote or limit the learning, well-being and development of children and young people. In doing so, we look at individual development processes as well as institutional and structural factors that shape educational paths. Our research is multi-perspective and interdisciplinary. It combines pedagogical, psychological and sociological approaches and examines education in all its complexity. Your future tasks: Development and expansion of an independent research profile Participation in the teams's research projects  Working on your dissertation and its completion Contribution to research, teaching, and institutional administration Student supervision Independent delivery of courses in accordance with collective agreement regulations This is part of your personality: Completed Master's or Diploma degree in Educational Sciences, Teacher Education, or a related social science discipline (e.g., Psychology) Initial experience in academic writing Very good knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods High level of written and verbal communication skills in German Very good proficiency in English, both spoken and written Proficiency in IT applications Ability to work effectively in a team Desirable qualifications: Knowledge of university processes and structures Didactic skills Experience in contributing to research projects Experience in pedagogical work with children and adolescents Additional language skills are desirable and advantageous (Arabic, Armenian, Turkish, Romanian, Bulgarian, etc.) What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. Contract duration: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!   It is that easy to apply: Motivation letter (Academic) CV Proof of project experience List of publications Proof of teaching experience (if available) Degree certificates Academic diplomas Via our job portal / Apply Now button If you have any questions, please contact: Susanne Schwab susanne.schwab@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 02/16/2026  Prae Doc