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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 - Engineering Energy Resilience: Power electronic converters for distributed energy resources and microgrids; High voltage DC transmission and distribution components and systems; Electric propulsions systems for land, sea and air; Wide bandgap solid-state protective devices. Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering and Maintenance: Construction technology, Tunnel engineering, Integrated BIM for Civil and MEP design optimisation; Non-destructive testing and prognostic maintenance for infrastructure rejuvenation and life extension. Sustainable Maritime Engineering: Ship design and optimisation towards maritime decarbonisation; maritime battery room design for safety; intelligent ship and operations; autonomous vessels and systems.

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, 16 000 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. 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. Role and vision We are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to help build an autonomous superconducting quantum processor in the Quantum Computing and Devices (QCD) group at Aalto University. The position is aimed at an exceptional cQED researcher who wants to turn recent component-level breakthroughs into a new system architecture for scalable superconducting quantum computing. Instead of routing every measurement and control step to room temperature, our long-term vision is to provide readout, reset, control, and feedback functions inside the cryogenic environment. If successful, this approach can reduce latency, wiring burden, dissipation, and system complexity — and open a new path towards scalable superconducting quantum computers. This research direction, initiated by Prof. Mikko Möttönen, is supported by the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation, Research Council of Finland, and the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Why this is an exciting moment QCD has recently demonstrated single-shot qubit readout with a thermal detector, correlation measurements of propagating microwave photons at millikelvin, rapid on-demand generation of thermal states in superconducting circuits, and transmon coherence reaching the millisecond threshold. In addition, our recent “Quantum dial” arXiv paper introduces a first-generation device that switches a qubit on demand between isolation and strong coupling for reset, control, and thermometry. Together, these advances make this the right moment to integrate improved qubits and millikelvin control and readout elements into autonomous-processor experiments. This postdoc will help move from strong individual components to system-level demonstrations that may reshape how superconducting quantum processors are built in the future. Your network and team You will work in a highly collaborative team that combines superconducting-qubit physics, quantum-circuit theory, cryogenic microwave engineering, nanofabrication, and data-driven experimentation. QCD is embedded in a broader Finnish quantum ecosystem with close collaboration across Aalto, VTT, and leading national and international partners. The group’s entrepreneurial track record includes spinouts and alumni-linked companies such as IQM, QMill, Quanscient, and Arctic Instruments. This is a rare opportunity to join a team that combines frontier science, device building, and a credible route to real-world impact. Your responsibilities Design, simulate, build, and/or measure superconducting quantum circuits and millikelvin components relevant to the autonomous quantum processing unit (AQPU). Advance subsystem integration for readout, reset, control, dissipation engineering, and feedback at cryogenic temperatures. Carry out and guide microwave and cQED experiments, data analysis, and iterative device improvement. Work closely with team members and collaborators to prioritize milestones towards the autonomous quantum processing unit. Help supervise students and contribute to a strong collaborative culture. What we are looking for PhD in cQED, superconducting qubits, quantum microwave engineering, applied physics, or a related field. Strong experience in several of the following: quantum-microwave circuit design, electromagnetic simulation, CAD, cryogenic measurements, qubit control and readout, data acquisition and analysis, scientific writing, and sample fabrication or integration. Excellent experimental judgement and the ability to move from concept to convincing demonstration. Ambition for high-impact work and motivation to collaborate across theory, experiment, and engineering. Fluency in English; Finnish is not required. Outstanding candidates from closely related fields are encouraged even if they do not match every item, but some experience on microwave experiments in cQED must be demonstrated. What we offer A full-time fixed-term postdoctoral appointment, typically up to three years on the first contract. The start date is 1 September or as agreed. The salary range for this position is approximately 4229–4649 €/month. A major opportunity to help define a new architecture for superconducting quantum computing. A well-equipped laboratory environment with dilution refrigerators, microwave-measurement infrastructure, software, and access to nanofabrication through the local ecosystem. Strong funding, an ambitious team, and close interaction with national and international collaborators. Aalto’s inclusive culture and the possibility to grow scientifically, professionally, and entrepreneurially. Join us The deadline for applications is 1st of June 2026. Please submit your CV, publication list, a short cover letter focused on your fit and achievements, and contact details for referees through Aalto University’s recruitment system (click the "Apply” button). You may also include a brief research vision for the role. 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. We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. 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. For more information about the role, please contact Prof. Mikko Möttönen mikko.mottonen@aalto.fi. For questions related to the application process, please contact HR Advisor Minni Forss minni.forss@aalto.fi. 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.

Department: School of Business Vacancy ID: 041383 Closing Date: 19-May-2026 The Role  Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. The International Research on Energy Systems Intergration, Education & Environment for Sustainability and Innovation Center(IRESI), is a research centre housed in the School of Business. IRESI's research focuses on propelling sustainable energy systems into the future by helping individuals, organisations and institutions in the pursuit of a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable energy landscape. We are seeking a highly strategic and motivated Business Developer to support the commercialisation and growth of EleVate—an innovative EV battery management and analytics platform. This role will focus on developing strategic partnerships, identifying market opportunities, and shaping the commercial roadmap for a data-driven solution that enhances EV battery lifespan, optimises fleet performance, and enables a sustainable second-life supply chain. The successful candidate will play a central role in bridging technical innovation with market adoption, particularly across fleet operators, insurance providers, and sustainability-focused stakeholders. Salary Salary: €47,619 - € 62,315 p.a. (6 Points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, 19th of May 2026. Please note all applications must be made via our Online Recruitment Portal at the following link: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/human-resources/vacancies Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University