Project Researcher

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business... The Molecular Nanoengineering group at the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering (NBE), Aalto University (Finland), operates at the interface between nanotechnology, molecular self-assembly, and plasmonics... We are now looking for a Project Employee for developing a portable readout for anti-counterfeit labels. Are you excited to build portable optical/electronic readout solutions for a next-generation security technology that combats counterfeiting? ... The position is linked to an ongoing Business Finland Research to Business (R2B) project. The position is fixed-term (18 months), with an extension possibility... Your role and goals: You will work alongside the existing team, focusing on developing a portable readout solution for plasmonic anti-counterfeit labels. Tasks and responsibilities may include: Developing and testing readout concepts for plasmonic security labels; Prototyping portable measurement/readout setups (hardware and/or optics, depending on your background); Supporting data acquisition and analysis (e.g., imaging-based readout approaches); Documenting results and collaborating closely with the research team toward project milestones. ... We expect candidates to hold at least an M.Sc. degree (Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Robotics, Applied Physics or related field) and have a solid background in at least one of the following areas: Electronics (including hardware design, sensor integration); Optics (light–matter interaction, design of optical imaging systems); Machine vision (including hyperspectral imaging and image analyses). In addition, we value: Strong communication skills; Excellent analytical and experimental skills; Ability to work independently toward project goals. Language requirements: EN: Professional proficiency in English is required. FI: Finnish proficiency is highly valued. ... What we offer: A meaningful project addressing the global challenge of counterfeiting... A highly motivating, multidisciplinary, international research environment at Aalto’s Otaniemi campus... A fixed-term position of 18 months, with the possibility of an extension. A competitive salary. ... The position is full-time, and the annual workload for Aalto University's research and teaching staff is 1,612 hours. The employment contract includes occupational health services provided by Aalto University. ... The salary levels follow the salary system of Finnish universities. The starting salary for this role is approximately 3 500 €/month. ... The deadline for applications is August 17, 2026 at 23:59 (EEST/UTC +3).