We, at the University of Oulu, work as part of the international science community to produce new scientific information and science-based solutions. We are committed to educate future pioneers to build a more sustainable, intelligent and humane world. Creating new, taking responsibility and succeeding together are values that build a strong foundation for all our actions. We offer a working environment where individuals can cultivate their skills, do meaningful work, and develop professionally. Our university's several specialized research and service units enable extensive and diverse development and career opportunities for experts in various fields.

We are now looking for

University Trainees

to join the Nano and Molecular Systems Research Unit.

The following trainee positions are available:

Trainee position 1:

Job description: The trainee will perform first principles calculations for materials relevant for environmental applications

Requirements: Traineeship is part of studies

Duration: 2 months between 1.6-31.8.2022

Salary: 1530,27 €/month

Contact person: Matti Alatalo, matti.alatalo@oulu.fi

Trainee position 2:

Job description: Biomimicry from insects

Requirements: Traineeship is part of studies

Duration: 2 months between 1.6-31.8.2022

Salary: 1530,27 €/month

Contact person: Wei Cao, wei.cao@oulu.fi

Trainee position 3:

Job description: In house characterizations of advanced materials

Requirements: Traineeship is part of studies

Duration: 2 months between 1.6-31.8.2022

Salary: 1530,27 €/month

Contact person: Wei Cao, wei.cao@oulu.fi

Trainee position 4:

Job description: The trainee will participate in performing electrophysiological experiments using cultured cell models. We expect that the 2-month training period will serve as a starting point for a master's thesis work on a project we offer.

Requirements: Prerequisites for being selected as a trainee include: 1) successful completion of courses on cell membrane biophysics and basics of neuroscience; 2) Bachelor's degree in physics/biophysics/neurobiology or other relevant field; 3) readiness for a multidisciplinary work that will require getting your "hands dirty" in the lab and initiative for problem solving. Previous experience in working in a lab environment is considered as a plus.

Duration: 2 months between 1.5.-30.9.2022

Salary: 1530,27 €/month

Contact person: Esa-Ville Immonen, esa-ville.immonen@oulu.fi

Trainee position 5:

Job description: Numerical modeling of superconducting qubit arrays

Requirements: Traineeship is part of studies

Duration: 3 months between 1.5.-30.9.2022

Salary: 1530,27 €/month

Contact person: Matti Silveri, matti.silveri@oulu.fi

Trainee position 6:

Job description: The trainee will participate to the experimental work carried out at NANOMO laboratory and assist in data analysis and maintenance work in the lab.

Requirements: Traineeship is part of studies

Duration: 2 months between 1.6-31.8.2022

Salary: 1530,27 €/month

Contact persons: Samuli Urpelainen, samuli.urpelainen@oulu.fi and Minna Patanen, minna.patanen@oulu.fi

Applications should be submitted using the electronic application form by February 20th, 2022. Applications sent by email will not be considered.