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Engineeed Nanosystems group at
Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering at Aalto University School of Science is looking for
Master’s Thesis worker / Research Assistant on compound semiconductor device design & fabrication within a research project targeting cryogenic optoelectronics for quantum data-links
We are looking for a highly motivated master student with an interest to continue with doctoral studies after graduation. Our research is focused on energy transfer in III-V compound semiconductors and is funded by the European commission within Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme and the Academy of Finland.
The master thesis project will be aimed at studying the properties of LED’s components below room temperature and down to cryogenic temperatures. The work will be done in a close collaboration with a team of experimentalists and theoreticians from both Aalto University and VTT. A successful candidate will have an important role in co-designing the experimental work of our research team aiming to demonstrate the next break-throughs in energy conversion between light, heat and electricity.
Selected publications of our team related to the topic of master's thesis
Our wish list for the selected candidate includes:- interest/experience on experimental data acquisition and manipulation;
- knowledge of semiconductor physics and/or related materials;
- team working skills and sociable character;
- aptitude for creative, open minded and independent thinking.
We’ll consider as a strong benefit:- experience on fabricating and processing compound semiconductor light emitting/solar cell devices (emphasis on GaAs);
- previous experience in scripting (python, MATLAB, etc.) and electronics (Arduino, ESP32, etc.)
What we offer
The research takes place at
Aalto University, School of Science, and
Micronova, located at Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland, offering a great environment both for research and recreation. Micronova is the largest clean room facility in the Nordic countries and offers a state-of-the-art ecosystem for micro- and nanoelectronics research and small-scale manufacturing. We also have a vivid national and international collaboration with research groups from Finland and EU.
The salary is determined according to the salary system of Finnish universities. At the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering, setting the salary of a master’s thesis worker to 2378,62 €/month. The duration of master thesis worker contract is 6 months.
As an employer, Aalto University provides excellent learning and development opportunities as well as occupational health care services, commuter ticket benefit and sport activities offered by Unisport. The contract includes occupational health benefits and Finland has a comprehensive social security system.
Ready to apply?
The deadline for applications is September 22, 2024. Note, however, that the position may be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period.
Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period, reopen the application process, and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.
To apply, please share the following application materials with us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”).
Please submit the following application material in pdf-form:
- CV
- Motivation letter (including names, position and contact information of possible referees)
- Resumé of your studies/experience
Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). Aalto University’s students and visitors should apply as external candidates with personal (not aalto) email.
If you want more information about the open position, please contact Ivan Radevici or Jani Oksanen (emails of the form firstname.surname(at)aalto.fi).
Questions related to the recruitment process can be sent to HR services at hr-nbe(at)aalto.fi.
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