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FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. SIT is also establishing strategic live test beds known as ‘Living Labs’ both within and beyond its upcoming Punggol campus to support greater experiential learning and strengthen its applied research offerings. The university’s pool of Engineering experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive strategic translational research in key areas such as energy resilience, sustainable infrastructure engineering and maintenance, and maritime engineering. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision into an increasingly vibrant reality. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready undergraduates. For this faculty position, we are looking for candidates with an engineering background, who have extensive experience in the area of digital supply chain. Essential Academic and/or industrial experience in design and managing digital supply chain solutioning and supply chain management. Having a background and interest in one or more fields of digital supply chain, including but not limited to digital supply chain transformation, digital manufacturing, E-procurement, E-commerce, E-logistics. Experience and knowledgeable in one or more areas of supply chain operations management, risk management and operations research, such as demand forecasting, inventory control, procurement, manufacturing, distribution, warehouse and transportation simulation, optimization and management. Motivated to develop and to teach curriculum in supply chain sustainability. Strong demonstration of interest to develop supply chain security, supply chain digital twin, and artificial intelligence solutions through applied research projects. Desirable Good knowledge in digital supply chain-related technologies such as AI, LLMs, Cyber Security, IoT, 3D printing, automation, supply chain security, digital twins, and block chains. Hands on experience in commercial digital supply chain solutioning projects with both hardware and software elements. Experience in digital supply chain related projects with strong integration of the three pillars, i.e., Digitalization, Resilience and Agility, and Green Supply Chain. Preferred to having a PhD in a related technical area. Led or involved in strong industry - academia partnership projects. Successful candidates will join the Engineering (ENG) Cluster (one of five academic clusters in SIT), as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved in industry transformation through applied research programmes. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below.

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 13 000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other 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. At the Department of Applied Physics, our pioneering research in physical sciences creates important industrial applications that hold great technological potential. Our research focuses on Materials physics, Quantum technology, Soft & living matter, and Advanced energy solutions. Topics extend from fundamental research to important applications. We educate future generations of research and development professionals, data specialists, technology experts, inventors, and scientists for industry and society. The ATOMEL project, led by Dr. Ali Afzalifar at Aalto University, invites applications for two R&D engineer positions. The project is funded through a Business Finland commercialization project, and it is hosted within the Soft Matter and Wetting Group headed by Prof. Robin Ras. ABOUT THE JOB Are you a technical expert excited about new technology development and the creation of an international business from research? Would you like to play an active role in growing a deep tech startup? ATOMEL is a Research-to-Business project, with the goal of converting an academic innovation in the field of SPM for thin-film characterization and metrology with the specific focus on the semiconductor industry into a new business. The initial funding is for 18 months and is meant to prepare for commercialization. If successful, the project can lead to the creation of a startup. We are now inviting applications for two (2) R&D engineer positions. Position 1: R&D Engineer – SPM Instrumentation & Control Systems You will lead the hardware optimization and real-time control system development for the ATOMEL. This role focuses on implementing resonators, managing digital controllers, and integrating and optimizing custom force, I-V and C-V measurement channels to deliver fast, high-precision electrical and sub-nanometer resolution measurements. Position 2: R&D Engineer – Semiconductor Device Physics & Thin-Film Metrology You will lead the material characterization strategy and translate raw electrical data into actionable semiconductor insights. Focusing on advanced thin-film physics, nanoelectronics, and MOS structures, you will analyze high-precision I-V and C-V metrics to align our measurement capabilities with current industrial foundry trends and defect-tracking needs. Our goal is to build a balanced, two-person team with complementary skill sets and working in tandem. As such, the final distribution of responsibilities (for example technical development focus, leadership duties, possible customer interactions) will be adjusted based on the specific wishes, experience levels and core strengths of the two hired candidates. YOUR ROLE AND GOALS The R2B team has 3 full-time members: the two (2) roles covered with this job offer and a Business Developer acting as commercial lead. In practice, you will be part of the Soft Matter and Wetting group, and will receive guidance and support from Dr. Ali Afzalifar, as the person behind the innovation. After an initial onboarding phase, you are, however, expected to work with a high degree of autonomy. Position 1: SPM Instrumentation & Control Systems Tasks: Resonator Integration & Optimization: Integrate force sensors into the measurement head for simultaneous force and current tracking. PLL Feedback Loop Management: Set up, program, and tune PLL controllers to manage the resonance frequency, amplitude, and phase shifts of the quartz resonator during sample contact. Dynamic Signal Chain Integration: Integrate and shield low-noise preamplifiers and phase-sensitive detection hardware to safely isolate sub-picoamp signals and manage parasitic capacitance during active voltage sweeps. Automated Motion Control: Develop and implement real-time, deterministic control loops to manage high-speed nano-positioning stages and optimize automated sample-approach routines via low-latency hardware-software integration. Position 2: Semiconductor Device Physics & Thin-Film Metrology Tasks: Advanced Electrical Characterization: Execute and analyze high-resolution I-V and C-V scans on advanced thin films (such as high-k dielectrics, ferroelectrics, and ultra-thin passivating layers) to track sub-nanometer electrical leakage. MOS Physics Data Interpretation: Model and interpret dielectric breakdown, trapping kinetics, and interfacial defect densities from raw automated data sweeps. Industrial Sample Sourcing & Preparation: Acquire and prepare representative semiconductor test vehicles (such as patterned wafers and commercial device structures) to validate and benchmark our technology performance against modern foundry microelectronics form factors. Industrial Trend Alignment: Evaluate customer requirements from industrial foundries (e.g., tracking trends in 2D materials and gate-all-around structures) to direct the system's test parameters. Application Validation: Lead validation testing on commercial test wafers (like standard Silicon or patterned structures) to benchmark the results accuracy against existing laboratory standards. As part of your work, you will have the chance to interact with other technical experts, both locally and internationally. You may be expected to travel to trade events and to potential future customer premises (e.g. to discuss applications, or to perform measurements). YOUR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Position 1 Requirements (Instrumentation & Control): A Master's degree (MSc) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanics or a highly related instrumentation field; PhD is an asset. Practical hands-on experience building, modifying or repairing SPM hardware, not merely operating commercial systems. Proven experience working with nano positioning, quartz crystal resonators, high-frequency lock-in amplifiers, and digital PLL systems. Experience developing software architecture for instrument automation and real-time data acquisition using C/C++ for low-level embedded hardware (e.g., microcontrollers, FPGAs, or real-time targets) alongside Python/MATLAB for high-level scripting, data processing, and user interfaces. Position 2 Requirements (Semiconductor & Thin-Film Physics): A Master's degree (MSc) in the field of Materials Science, Solid-State Physics, Nanoelectronics, or Microelectronics Engineering; PhD is an asset. Deep understanding of thin-film characterization methods and solid-state device testing within high-precision lab or clean room settings. Expert knowledge of MOS device physics, thin-film dielectric breakdown mechanisms, interface traps, and traditional semiconductor parameter analyser operations (high-resolution I-V/C-V profiling). Familiarity with modern semiconductor manufacturing challenges, industry roadmaps, and the practical technical expectations of commercial chip manufacturers. For both positions; Fluency in English is expected Finnish is a plus, but not required Candidates should have a strong entrepreneurial mindset and motivation to continue the project beyond the initial R2B phase, potentially as an early startup employee or co-founder. WHAT WE OFFER We offer a meaningful job where you can develop innovative technologies in a stimulating environment with fantastic equipment and facilities. You’ll get the support of recognized researchers, mentors, Aalto Innovation Services, Aalto Startup Center and the active Aalto community. The position will be based in Department of Applied Physics and You will be employed by Aalto University for the duration of the R2B project. After the project, there is a possibility that you could become part of the new deep-tech startup as a co-founder or employee. The position is full-time and initially funded for 18 months, with the possibility of extension. The salary depends on experience and the contract includes occupational healthcare. We value a healthy work–life balance and actively support personal and professional development. You will have opportunities to collaborate with leading academic and industry partners and contribute to development of cutting-edge thin-film metrology instrumentation for the semiconductor industry. JOIN US! Please submit your application including the attachments mentioned below as one single PDF document in English through our online recruitment system by using the link on Aalto University’s web page (click the “Apply Now” button). A letter of motivation (max. 1 page) describing your interests, why you think you are the right person for the role, and your earliest possible starting date Curriculum vitae (including contact details for at least two references and a list of publications, if available). PDF copy of your highest completed degree certificate (MSc, Dipl.-Ing., PhD, DSc, or equivalent), including transcripts of all university records (grades and courses) related to that degree, and their English translations (Finnish and Swedish certificates are also accepted). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes. 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 The deadline for applications is June 30th 2026, but candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. The positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are identified. The start of the employment is to be defined at a later stage but is tentatively scheduled for the 1st of September 2026. For further information, contact Dr. Ali Afzalifar, ali.afzalifar@aalto.fi, or via phone +358 (0)503515837 on 23rd June 2026 between 12:00-18:00. Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period, reopen the application process, and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos:  This is Aalto University!  Aalto University – Towards a better world  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 listed again as the happiest country in the world: World Happiness Report 2025  For more information about living in Finland: Aalto Careers 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.

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence. In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses. The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Applied Research Fellowship aims to provide doctoral candidates who are about to complete or have recently completed their studies an opportunity to engage in advanced training and/or research at an overseas university for one year. Besides financial support, awardees will also receive academic mentorship. Upon completion of the Fellowship, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore citizen Doctoral candidates who have recently completed or are about to complete their studies in a discipline under the supported areas for START below Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for selected research area Have been accepted or have applied for a postdoctoral training at a leading overseas university in a research area that is aligned with SIT’s supported areas A keen interest in an academic career Value of Fellowship The Fellowship provides: Monthly stipend Overseas maintenance allowance Return economy airfare Conference and fieldwork grants Overseas medical insurance Fellows will also each be assigned a SIT faculty mentor throughout their post-doctoral training and have opportunities to participate in faculty development programmes. The fellowship is tenable for one year. On an exception basis, a two-year programme may be supported. Service Commitment One year for every year of sponsorship. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year via the various links below. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake. Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year. Final Interview by the Panel for shortlisted applicants for the 2026 intake will commence in Mid-March to End April 2026. Awards will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START - Health Sciences Diagnostic Radiography: Radiography involves the controlled use of ionising radiation, radioactive substances and non-ionising radiation to produce diagnostic quality images of the human body, facilitating the diagnosis and treatment of patients (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Dietetics: Dietetics involves the management of medical conditions and promotion of health through application of food and nutrition. Dietitians provide medical nutrition therapy and implement specific diet strategies for chronic medical conditions, illnesses, or injuries (Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association). Nursing: Registered nurses render health services to individuals, families, and communities (Singapore Nursing Board Code for Nurses and Midwives 2018). Speech and Language Therapy: Speech and Language Therapy involves assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of communication and swallowing disorders (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Occupational Therapy: Occupational therapy involves assessment and interventions to work or school, self-care, leisure or play, physical environments as well as cognitive, mental and physical components of function to enable individuals affected by physical injury or illness, developmental or learning disabilities, psychosocial dysfunctions or the aging process, to engage in everyday life occupations in order to maximise independent performance of life roles, prevent disability and maintain health (Allied Health Professions Act 2011). Physiotherapy: Physiotherapy involves assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of pain, injury, or any other physical dysfunction, through the use of education, exercise, manual therapy, electro-physical agents, technology or any other treatment for those purposes (Allied Health Professions Act 2011).