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VTT – beyond the obvious.

We offer a Master’s Thesis position in the Quantum Systems team. We have broad expertise in low temperature physics, sensors, electronics, and measurement technology, and cover the field from fundamental science to industrial applications. We are based in Micronova, Otaniemi, utilizing the largest micro- and nanofabrication facility in Northern Europe (http://www.micronova.fi/nanofabrication_centre-002/micronova_nanofabrication_cleanroom/).

In this thesis position, you will focus on developing passive THz imaging for the purpose of detecting concealed objects. This is a great opportunity for a person interested in gaining an overview of how a complex instrument is developed, all the way from studying detector physics, designing and fabricating chips to implementing complete imaging systems.

Main responsibilities:
• Characterising low-temperature detectors
• Conducting imaging experiments with THz video camera
• Performing data analysis of the measurements
There is great flexibility in choosing the focus of the work, based on the applicant’s background/ambitions and personal guidance by a mentor.

• You are a Master student in the field of physics, applied physics, electrical engineering and/or related field
• Basic level of programming skills, e.g. Matlab and/or Python
• Eagerness to work in a laboratory environment

You have good analytical and problem solving skills with a passion for technology and research work. You enjoy learning new things continuously and have the capability to work both independently and as a team member. You are skilled in reporting and disseminating your work, both in written and oral English.

VTT is a place to make a difference in collaboration with other brilliant minds. Our mission is to create impact that generates sustainable growth and wellbeing in society as well as in industry.

Our people are the core of the next generation VTT. Therefore, our personnel’s wellbeing, flexible work opportunities and competence development are key priorities for us.

With us, you can make an impact for a better future and you can be part of solving the biggest challenges of our time.

We offer an innovative work community for aspiring researchers, supervision and support by a more senior researcher to complete your thesis.

The position will be filled once the appropriate candidate is found, so please do not hesitate to apply. The chosen MSc Thesis student will be paid a thesis fee instead of an employment contract.

For more information about the position, you can contact Kirsi Tappura, Principal Scientist (tel. +358407041773, kirsi.tappura@vtt.fi) and/or Juho Luomahaara, Research Scientist (tel. +358403541026, juho.luomahaara@vtt.fi).