
Doctoral Researcher (Nanophotonics and Meta-Optics) - Tampereen yliopisto - Tampere, Finland
Doctoral Researcher
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Job Description
Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences offer a multidisciplinary environment for research and education in photonics, nanotechnology, and quantum technologies. The MetaPhotonics Group explores metasurfaces, nonlinear nanophotonics, and quantum light–matter interactions. The doctoral researcher will gain training in computational design, nanofabrication, and experimental optics, contributing to innovative projects. The position is full-time, fixed-term for three years, with a salary around EUR 3000/month. Benefits include occupational health care, flexible hours, and campus facilities. Applicants should have a relevant degree, strong academic record, and interest in optics or quantum technologies. Deadline: August 16, 2026.
Company Information
| Location | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Tampere, Finland | 803 |
| Remote - Finland | 20 |
| Remote - Global | 20 |
| Hervanta Campus, Tampere, Finland | 11 |
| Seinäjoki, Finland | 6 |
| Ulm, Germany | 4 |
| Hervanta, Tampere, Finland | 4 |
| Belgium | 3 |
| Västerås, Sweden | 3 |
| Sweden | 3 |
| Gothenburg, Sweden | 1 |
| Helsinki, Finland | 1 |
| Hervannan kampus, Tampere, Finland | 1 |
| Poland | 1 |
| Porin yliopistokeskus, Finland | 1 |
| Kauppi Campus, Tampere, Finland | 1 |
| UCL, London, UK | 1 |
| Remote - Sweden | 1 |
| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Researcher | 206 |
| Human Resources Specialist | 133 |
| Doctoral Researcher | 61 |
| Research Assistant | 37 |
| Professor | 20 |
| Lecturer | 17 |
| Postdoctoral Researcher | 16 |
| Postdoctoral Research Fellow | 16 |
| Humanities Teacher | 16 |
| Healthcare Professional | 12 |
| Humanities Specialist | 11 |
| Research Fellow | 10 |
| University Instructor | 9 |
| Coordinator | 8 |
| University Lecturer | 8 |
| Project Manager | 8 |
| Administrative Science | 7 |
| Research Specialist | 7 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences Lecturer | 7 |
| Researcher in Harmonic Analysis | 7 |
| Assistant Professor | 7 |
| Education Assistant | 7 |
| Solution Architect | 6 |
| Project Coordinator | 6 |
| Research Environment Specialist | 6 |
| Civil Engineering | 6 |
| Teacher | 6 |
| Data Scientist | 5 |
| Intern | 5 |
| Humanities and Education Specialist | 5 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | 5 |
| Research Funding Specialist | 5 |
| Specialist | 5 |
| University Teacher | 5 |
| Educator | 5 |
| Finance Specialist | 4 |
| Special Education Teacher | 4 |
| Researcher in Peace and Conflict Studies | 4 |
| Legal Professional | 4 |
| Data Engineer | 4 |
| Postdoctoral researcher | 4 |
| Researcher in Mathematics | 4 |
| Researcher in Photonics and Fiber Optics | 4 |
| Nursing Science Assistant Professor | 3 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Researcher in Materials Science | 3 |
| Nursing Science Assistant or Associate Professor | 3 |
| Finance Coordinator | 3 |
| Researcher in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine | 3 |
| Researcher in Machine Learning and Finance | 3 |
| University Lecturer in Swedish Language and Culture | 3 |
| Doctor | 3 |
| Medical Supervision and Mentoring Specialist | 3 |
| Swedish Teacher | 2 |
| Mathematics and Physics Teacher | 2 |
| Architectural Design | 2 |
| Ophthalmology | 2 |
| Microbiology Tenure Track Position | 2 |
| Researcher in Human-Computer Interaction | 2 |
| Communication Sciences Specialist | 2 |
| Religion and Philosophy Teacher | 2 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences Researcher | 2 |
| Nursing Science | 2 |
| Doctorate | 2 |
| Process Engineer | 2 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 2 |
| Architectural Construction | 2 |
| Event Planning Specialist | 2 |
| Electrical Engineering Professional | 2 |
| Data-based Business | 2 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences Professional | 2 |
| Researcher in Stem Cell Biology | 2 |
| Doctoral researcher | 2 |
| Healthcare Researcher | 2 |
| Software Engineer | 2 |
| IT Specialist | 2 |
| HR Coordinator | 2 |
| Fundraising Specialist | 2 |
| Communication Specialist | 2 |
| Internship Student | 2 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences Professor | 2 |
| Human-Computer Interaction Specialist | 1 |
| Researcher in Soft Responsive Materials | 1 |
| Researcher in Cancer Biology | 1 |
| Researcher in Algebra | 1 |
| Research assistant | 1 |
| Microbiology | 1 |
| Research Project Coordinator | 1 |
| Scientist | 1 |
| Finance Analyst | 1 |
| Language Teacher | 1 |
| Humanities Intern | 1 |
| Research and Innovation Specialist | 1 |
| Grant writer | 1 |
| Senior Process Engineer | 1 |
| Data Management Specialist | 1 |
| Education Specialist | 1 |
| Doctoral Researcher in Wireless Communication Systems | 1 |
| Researcher in Technology | 1 |
| University Teacher in Nursing Science | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level | 208 |
| Senior | 34 |
| Intern | 18 |
| Manager | 17 |
| Professor | 15 |
| Specialist | 8 |
| Postdoctoral | 4 |
| Junior | 4 |
| Doctorate | 4 |
| Assistant | 3 |
| Doctor | 2 |
| None required | 2 |
| Expert | 2 |
| Mid-level | 1 |
| null | 1 |
| Postdoctoral researcher | 1 |
| string | 1 |
| Assistant Professor | 1 |
Tampereen yliopisto appears in 885 indexed job postings in JobCrawls' Finland dataset since October 2023. In that historical index, the strongest location signals for this employer are Tampere, Finland, Remote - Finland, and Remote - Global.
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Job Details
Responsibilities
- Developing next-generation photonic technologies
- Conducting research in metasurfaces, nanophotonics, and quantum light–matter interactions
- Modelling and designing nanophotonic devices
- Fabricating nanostructures in a cleanroom
- Characterising optical devices
Requirements
- Degree in Physics, Photonics, Engineering or related field
- Strong academic performance
- Interest in optics, photonics, nanotechnology, or quantum technologies
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
MastersBenefits & Perks
Recruitment Process
- 1Submit motivation letter, CV, transcripts, referees
