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Research Assistant / M.Sc. thesis worker (Materials Science, Composite materials) - Tampereen yliopisto - Tampere, Finland

Research Assistant

Posted: July 18, 2026
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Last seen in crawl: July 18, 2026 (1d ago)
Estimated Expiry: August 22, 2026
Location
Tampere
Remoteness
Onsite
Field
Research And Development
Role & Management
Role Level:Mid-Level
Job Type
Full-time
Required Languages
English
Specialisations
Composite materialsSustainable materials

Job Description

Tampere University is seeking a Research Assistant or MSc thesis student for the SUSHY project, focusing on developing new composite materials and measurement techniques. The role involves laboratory work, numerical simulations, and international collaboration, with potential travel abroad. The position is full-time, fixed-term for 6 months starting September 2026, with a salary based on job demands and performance. Benefits include occupational health care, flexible hours, sports facilities, and staff discounts. Applicants should have coursework in composites, adhesion, finite element methods, materials modeling, micro-test methods, electronics, and measurement techniques, along with some programming experience.

Company Information

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Tampereen yliopisto

Korkea-asteen koulutus yliopistoissa ja ammattikorkeakouluissa
Listing: Research
Kalevantie 4, 33014 Tampereen Yliopisto
Business ID: 0155668-4
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Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Developing new measurement and analysis techniques for composite and fiber materials
  • Using micro-measurement devices and numerical simulations
  • Collaborating with international research organizations

Requirements

  • Courses in composites, adhesion, finite element methods, materials modeling, micro-test methods, electronics, measurement techniques
  • Good understanding of mechanics of materials
  • Some programming experience

Skills & Technologies

Materials testing electronicsNumerical analysisLaboratory work

Education Level

None required

Benefits & Perks

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