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The research group of Electromechanics at the Electrical Engineering Unit at the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences at Tampere University focuses on numerical electromagnetics, magnetic materials, and superconducting magnets. The superconducting magnet development positions at interface of electromagnetic theory, thermodynamics, computational science, and engineering design of applications of practical importance. Our vision is to integrate optimized computer modeling tools together with creative engineering design approaches and work together with the international scientific community to advance the adoption of superconducting technologies in different sectors of science, health, and greener energy. 

Job description

We have opened a researcher position in the superconducting magnet design team within the research group of Electromechanics. The goal is to start the employment in January or as mutually agreed. Quick start is the preference. A fixed term contract will be made until 31.8.2023. 

The work will focus on developing experimental practices for designing, winding, and testing high-temperature superconducting (HTS) coils. The work includes planning, designing, and performing experiments together with the other team members. The underlying goal of the research is to better understand the HTS conductor and magnet behavior and to tests novel ideas for improving the reliability of the technology for future practical applications such as particle accelerator magnets or electric power applications. 

The position is well suited for an R&D&I minded engineer/scientist who has a relatively careful and systematic way of working and resources for creative approaches to technical problem-solving. The exact content of the work can be adjusted based on the background and interests of the successful candidate.

• Requirements
  • MSc electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or in other suitable area
  • Experience with laboratory work in a relevant area 
  • Demonstrated proficiency in electromagnetics and thermal physics
  • Fluent oral and written communication in English
• We appreciate
  • Experience with superconducting magnets or other cryogenic applications
  • Skills related to data analysis, programming or multiphysics simulations
  • Availability to start working at 1.1.2023 or sooner
  • good command of the Finnish language

We offer

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period till 31.8.2022. The goal is to start the employment in January or as mutually agreed. Quick start is the preference. A trial period will be applied to all our new employees and in this case, it is a half of the duration of the contract.

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the salary system of Finnish universities. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a Researcher is placed on level 2—4 of the job requirements scale. 

We are inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, active and truly international research community. We value interdisciplinarity, as it allows you to expand your research network and exposes you to new perspectives and ideas to solve complex research problems and pursue novel research findings. We are strongly committed to the highest level of scientific research and the provision of high-quality doctoral education.

We offer you the opportunity to join our dynamic and innovative international community. As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University. You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community - our academic playground.  

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How to apply 

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system (link below). The closing date for applications is 6th December 2022 (23:59 EET / UTC +2). Please submit your application promptly as we will start to interview the candidates during the application period. 

Please write your application and all accompanying documents in English and attach them in PDF format. Applications should include the following documents:

• CV 
• list of publications
• a free-form motivation letter (max. 1 page)
• names of two referees 
• other relevant documents that support your application (e.g. Msc. or PhD thesis, the most relevant publications regarding the call (max. 2), examples of simulation models you have developed, etc.)

For questions and more information, please contact: Academy research fellow Tiina Salmi, tiina.salmi (at) tuni.fi, +358 40 845 0415

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Lisätietoja

Akatemiatutkija Tiina Salmi, tiina.salmi (at) tuni.fi, +358 40 845 0415

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