Luke is looking for a postdoc, AI and breakthrough technologies for primary production, for a 3-year position. The task is related to the use of data in the planning of primary production processes, process automation, and environmental observations.
This postdoc position is part of Postdoctoral Programme for Research Institutes in Finland. The programme is funded from the Finnish government's multi-annual research and development (R&D) funding plan. The programme recruits 85 new postdoctoral researchers to 12 Finnish government research institutes between 2025 and 2028. The aim of the Programme is to strengthen RDI competence in areas important to society and business. Postdoctoral researcher will conduct goal-oriented high-level research at the interface between the academic community, industry, and administration. The Programme supports postdoctoral researcher’s networking and mobility between sectors.
The selected person will also take part in Luke Doctoral and Postdoctoral Programme, which coordinates, develops, and monitors the qualification of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers at the Natural Resources Institute Finland.
The main objective of a postdoctoral researcher is to promote the use of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to enable efficient R&D methods. These methods aim to address research questions related to the sustainability of agricultural and forestry value chains and the availability of quality raw materials. The post-doctoral researcher will be involved in particular in the following tasks:
• developing new AI-based solutions for various machine vision applications
• promoting the creation and use of simulations and virtual environments to address research questions (e.g. digital twins)
• promoting methods for generating simulated data for AI development, e.g. in machine vision and robotics applications
• promoting the use of physics informed and simulation-aided machine learning to support applications such as control and decision support systems
The selected person is expected to significantly strengthen the application of new AI, modelling and simulation methods in Luke's ‘Digital technologies in agriculture’ and ‘Forest technology and wood material solutions’ research groups. In addition, the selected person will be responsible for seeking external funding from various sources, actively developing an ambitious, innovative and multidisciplinary research portfolio, and leading projects and collaborative networks.
The research is carried out in cooperation with other internal and external stakeholders (universities and colleges, companies active in the field). The work also includes networking and research agenda development activities.
Read more
http://www.luke.fi/en/about-luke/career-in-luke/luke-doctoral-and-postdoctoral-programme
Our expectations of the applicant
To be successful in this role, the candidate will have a broad practical understanding and the necessary skills to create and/or apply professional AI, modelling and simulation methods.
As an applicant, you have
• recently completed a PhD (typically no more than 5 years ago) in computer science, engineering or a related field
• a proven ability to publish in high quality peer-reviewed publication forums
• strong expertise in various applications and modelling of artificial intelligence
• experience in attracting research and development funding in the thematic areas defined above
• excellent written and oral English
• ability and willingness to collaborate
• ability and willingness to work independently and learn new skills
We will also consider it an advantage for the applicant to have experience in boreal agriculture or forestry and to be active in international networks in the thematic area of this postdoc position.
We offer you
The well-being of our people and a positive approach towards innovation and development are particularly important to us. Our mobile work model allows you to work in Finland in the location most appropriate for your work. In addition, we provide flexible hours, and as your employment with us continues, long vacations. We offer lunch benefits, as well as sports, culture, or commuting support.
Clarifications
The person selected for the position might need to undergo standard security clearance vetting with the applicant’s consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More detailed information on the procedure and the subject's rights is available at www.supo.fi.
Contact Information
Kim Kaustell
Group Manager/Digital technologies in agriculture
+358 29 532 6223
[email protected]
Lauri Sikanen
Group Manager/Forest technology and wood material solutions
+358 29 532 2464
[email protected]
How to apply
Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.
Organisation
Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) is a research organisation that builds sustainable future and well-being from renewable natural resources. We create knowledge-based solutions and services for our customers and add value to a sustainable and competitive business based on renewable natural resources. We also support public policy making related to natural resources and the resource economy.
Luke's tasks and organisation are regulated in the Act on the Natural Resources Institute Finland (561/2014). Luke is operating under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Finland.
Being open-minded, curious, and having a strong will to make a positive impact in the world bind Luke people together. We value our diverse working community consisting of people with different backgrounds and cultures and promote equality. On this basis, we are building a cheerful and respectful culture in which everyone’s input is appreciated. Sustainability is included in all our operations.
Location
Latokartanonkaari 9, 00790 Helsinki
