Doctoral Researcher

Your role and goals Your primary task as a doctoral researcher is to conduct research in quantum algorithms and quantum information, leading to the completion of your PhD. You are expected to take an active role in advancing the MQS group’s research projects. Your network and team Currently, our research group consists of 1 professor, 1 lecturer, 1 staff scientist, 2 postdocs and 5 PhD students, and several undergraduate research collaborators. 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. Teaching experience will also be a valuable asset. What we offer We offer the opportunity to conduct research within a vibrant international community. Finland hosts many active quantum computing groups connected through the national consortium InstituteQ, which coordinates a wide range of quantum‑related activities. We have access to real quantum hardware, including VTT’s Q50 machine and Aalto’s new Q20 system, located in the same building as our offices. In addition, we have access to other commercially available quantum platforms. 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. The contract is fixed-term and will be made initially for two (2) years. The starting salary for doctoral researcher is approximately 3100€/Month. Join us! To apply, please share your application with us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!") at the latest by August 31st, 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. All materials must be submitted in PDF format, with up to five (5) files, each no larger than 5 MB. The application materials must include transcript of study records, CV, motivation letter, recommendation letters (max. 2, if available). For more information regarding the open position, please contact professor Ilkka Tittonen, ilkka.tittonen@aalto.fi and/or university lecturer Matti Raasakka, matti.raasakka@aalto.fi. In any question regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Advisor, hr-elec@aalto.fi.