Postdoctoral researcher fixed term position at the Finnish Centre for Astronomy with ESO

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Metsähovi Radio Observatory is located in a protected radio quiet zone in the middle of picturesque Kirkkonummi countryside, about 35 km from the Aalto University Otaniemi campus and 40 km from Helsinki city centre. As a living and work environment, Finland consistently ranks high in quality-of-life.

University of Turku offers good support and orientation for international hires. Please learn more about the Finnish culture and relocation to Finland:

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Start of the position and salary

The selected candidate should start in the position by September 1st 2025 the latest. The fixed-term contract is initially for two years with a possible extension of a 3rd year at Aalto University. The 3rd year employment at Aalto would be either as a postdoctoral researcher or a research fellow, depending on the qualifications of the applicant.
The salary is determined in accordance with the UTU salary system for teaching and research personnel. For a postdoctoral researcher at the beginning of the employment, the salary is approximately 3400-3800 €/month. The amount of the salary is defined when the employment contract is prepared and is influenced by previous experience and skills. Support for participation in conferences and research visits is available.

The position has a trial period of six (6) months.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted by 29 November 2024 (16:00 EET) at the latest via the electronic application form of the University of Turku but we will start reviewing and interviewing candidates immediately. However, all applications received by the deadline will be reviewed and the decision will be made after the application period has ended. The link to the electronic application system can be found at the beginning of this announcement (Apply for the job).
This job announcement can be found from the University of Turku recruitment page: http://www.utu.fi/careers.

Applications in English must include:

• a CV
• a list of relevant publications
• a motivation letter (max. 2 pages)
• At least two letters of recommendation must be arranged to be sent directly to Saija Marjasto, saija.marjasto(at)utu.fi. 

We encourage applications from candidates irrespective of nationality, gender, or background.

Further information

For more information on the position, contact Dr. Talvikki Hovatta, talvikki.hovatta(at)utu.fi or Dr. Tuomas Savolainen, tuomas.k.savolainen(at)aalto.fi.

For more information on the application process, contact HR Specialist Saija Marjasto, saija.marjasto(at)utu.fi.