Postdoctoral Researchers in Gravitational Quantum Physics

 


The Quantum Nanomechanics group http://physics.aalto.fi/en/groups/nems/ at the Department of Applied Physics is looking for two outstanding

Postdoctoral researchers

to carry out experimental research on the recently funded ERC Advanced Grant project GUANTUM - Probing the limits of quantum mechanics and gravity with micromechanical oscillators. The goal of the project is nothing less than solving a hundred-year-old mystery of physics: Despite its success at describing phenomena in the low-energy limit, quantum mechanics is incompatible with general relativity that describes gravity and huge energies. The interface between these two has remained experimentally elusive, because only the most violent events in the universe have been considered to produce measurable effects due to the plausible quantum behavior of gravity. In this project, we aim at detecting gravitational forces for the first time within a quantum system. Instead of huge energies, we are interested in extremely low energies. We use mechanical oscillators loaded by milligram masses, and bring two such gravitationally interacting oscillators into nonclassical motional states such as squeezed or entangled quantum states. Initially, we measure the gravitational force between gold particles weighing a milligram, representing a new mass scale showing gravitational forces within a system.

Your role and goals

Postdoc #1 will be responsible for the development and measurement of “quantum gravitational” devices, where the core element is an oscillating silicon nitride membrane that is loaded by a small mass. At very low temperatures achievable in dilution refrigerators, the oscillator becomes nearly isolated from energy losses to the environment, and it can further be brought quantum with microwave optomechanics. You will accommodate these devices into a quantum-limited detection system comprising of parametric amplifiers and real-time feedback to verify the gravitational forces inside the system.

Postdoc #2 will be responsible for engineering aspects of the research: development of the cryogenic system including vibration isolation, cryogenic nanopositioning, optical imaging, and perfecting the microwave measurements.

Depending on the qualifications and interest of the candidates, the roles may be strongly overlapping. Both postdocs are expected to actively participate in instructing PhD students.

Your experience and ambitions

For this challenging research, we are looking for outstanding candidates who are motivated in experimental, low-temperature quantum physics. We require the candidates to have a proven track record in experimental research with similar or related topics, clean room microfabrication, strong interest in micromechanical systems. Additionally, the candidates should be excellent team players. Experience with cryogenics and dilution refrigerators, and skill in theoretical understanding of the studied phenomena, are considered significant assets.

What we offer

The Quantum Nanomechanics team, ambitous but relaxed with a great team spirit, carries out top -notch experimental research on the foundations of quantum mechanics. In our recent research, we have demonstrated quantum entanglement between two micromechanical resonators [Nature 556, 478 (2018), Science 372, 625 (2021)]. With superconducting qubits, we explore processing of quantum information with mechanical motion.

In our more applied research, we lay the foundation for a new generation of devices that use various types of microwave-optomechanical effects for efficient signal processing. We have realized quantum-limited microwave amplifiers and nonreciprocal components to be used in superconducting quantum technology. Besides electromechanics, we are investigating hybrid devices that aim on controlling ferromagnetic magnons using acoustic waves.

The fixed term contract is typically initially for two years. Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The starting salary for a Postdoctoral researcher is approx. 3700€/month. The salary ranges from 3700€ to 4000€ per month, depending on previous experience. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare.

The workplace will be the Otaniemi Campus of Aalto University, in the premises of the OtaNano national research infrastructure for micro- and nanotechnologies. OtaNano provides access to all the advanced nanofabrication, nanomicroscopy and measurement facilities and techniques. VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland on campus leverages the bridge between research and innovation. Several startup companies working with electronics, cryogenics, and quantum technology have recently emerged in the community. Our team belongs to the national Centre of Excellence – Quantum Technology Finland that is harnessing quantum phenomena for solid-state-based quantum devices and applications. We also belong to the European Microkelvin Platform collaboration.

Ready to apply?

To apply for the position, please submit your application including the attachments mentioned below as one single PDF document in English through the ’Apply’ link.

(1)   Letter of motivation
(2)   CV including list of publications
(3)   Degree certificates and academic transcripts
(4)   Contact details of at least two referees

The deadline for applications is August 31, 2021. The positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are identified. For additional information, kindly contact Prof. Mika Sillanpää, Mika.Sillanpaa@aalto.fi. 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.


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Doctoral candidate in synthesis of photoactive biohybrids

 


The Biohybrid Materials group at the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems is now looking for an exceptional

Doctoral candidate

to join the recently awarded PhotoCage project (Academy of Finland Research Fellow), on developing highly-emitting biohybrids, with potential application in lighting technologies and nanomedicine. This is a five years research project, where you will have the chance to impact the photoactive materials field. At the same time, you will develop your scientific potential in a highly competitive and multidisciplinary environment.

Research area and responsibilities

This PhD project is located at the interface between chemistry, biology and physics. You will develop novel fluorophores which, in combination with protein cages, will render unique materials. The position will be hosted in the already multidisciplinary Biohybrid Materials group and supervised by Dr. Eduardo Anaya. The project will have multiple national and international collaborations.

Your experience and ambitions

We are looking for highly motivated and competitive candidates in experimental sciences, with background (bachelor/masters) in chemistry, biosciences, physics, or a closely related field. Solid skills in organic synthesis, as well as overall knowledge of materials characterization will be an additional advantage. Excellent communication and reporting skills in English are required. The applicant must fulfil the requirements for entitlement to do doctoral studies at Aalto University: https://www.aalto.fi/en/study-options/aalto-doctoral-programme-in-chemical-engineering.

Research environment

This project will be hosted at the Biohybrid materials group. The research interests range from Photoactive Co-Assembly of Viral and Synthetic Nanoparticles, Polyelectrolyte Complexes, Functional DNA Origami Nano-Objects and (Metallized) Lignin Nanoparticles. For more information on the research, please see the group web page http://chemtech.aalto.fi/bihy. We have fully equipped synthesys lab, access to state-of-the-art characterization techniques (c.a. optical, fluorescence, and electron microscopy), and cell culture lab, among other facilities.

For more information

For more information, please contact Dr. Eduardo Anaya (eduardo.anaya@aalto.fi)

What we offer 

The contract is initially made for one year, with possibility of extension. The total duration of doctoral studies is four years. Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The starting salary is approx. 2500€/month, and it will increase with responsibilities and performance over time. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare.

Ready to apply?

Please submit your application, including the attachments mentioned below, as one single PDF document in English through the ’Apply’ link.

- Letter of motivation

- CV including a list of publications

- Degree certificates and academic transcripts

- Contact details of at least two referees (or letters of recommendation, if already available)

Please apply at your earliest convenience but no later than August 8th. The position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified, starting on September 2021 or to agree.

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.

About Finland

Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world: https://worldhappiness.report/news/its-a-three-peat-finland-keeps-top-spot-as-happiest-country-in-world/. For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/services/about-finland


Postdoctoral Researcher with strong knowledge in Biochemistry / Enzymology

 


PHD STUDENT IN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DESIGN FOR OPEN-SOURCE PROCESSOR DEVELOPMENT

 


The Electronic Circuit Design (ECD) unit of the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at the School of Electrical Engineering is looking for a

PHD STUDENT IN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DESIGN FOR OPEN-SOURCE PROCESSOR DEVELOPMENT

“Open-source IC design, especially in digital circuits, enables faster adaptation of new ideas to the products and accelerates the ongoing digital transformation”

What you will do
The world around us is changing in an increasing pace. Everything around is getting connected to cloud and we are gathering enormous amount of data. We as IC engineers must meet these challenges by embedding new function rapidly to different platforms. We need processor cores to support mixed-mode functionalities of any system-on-chip implementation. One way to tackle these needs is to embed and develop open-source processors with custom functions. We are looking for a new doctoral student who can tackle these challenges in industry collaboration project.


In this fully funded position, you have an opportunity to be involved in world-class research in Integrated Circuit (IC) design applied to open-source processor (RISC-V) development. You will contribute to novel design ideas, in a team of circuit designers. You will work in a multidisciplinary network, in close collaboration with other students, to grow, design and promote your ideas with full-custom ICs.  
      
What we offer you
Exciting working topic. You will develop competences at the interface between IC design and open-source platforms. You will apply them in a project involving the main industrial partners.

Supportive working environment. We offer you to the possibility to design ICs in the latest nanometer-scale CMOS technologies, participating in multi-project wafer runs and using a state-of-the-art measurement lab. You will integrate into our international and supportive research team and have guidance from both algorithm and circuit perspectives. You will be in contact with our vast network of academic and industrial partners.

Competitive salary and contract terms. The starting salary for a PhD student is approximately 2500€/month and salary will increase with responsibilities and performance over time. You are expected to complete doctoral research and studies within four years in the Doctoral Programme in Electrical Engineering of Aalto University. As an employer, Aalto University provides excellent learning and development opportunities as well as occupational health care services, commuter ticket benefit and versatile exercise services by Unisport. Finland has a comprehensive social security system.

Living environment. The School of Electrical Engineering is located at the Aalto University Otaniemi campus in the Helsinki metropolitan area, Finland. As a living and working environments, Finland consistently ranks high in quality-of-life. For more information about living in Finland please visit our information pages for international staff: https://www.aalto.fi/en/services/why-finland.   

Who you are
•    You have a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. High average grades as well as excellent grades on courses on electronics are an asset.
•    You just obtained your diploma, or you already gained some design experience in industry.
•    You are passionate about IC design and microprocessor architectures.
•    You are open-minded for new research, eager to learn more and fit to teamwork.
•    You have some hands-on experience or courses taken on IC design and tools. Specifically, experience with the Cadence software suite is a strong asset, as well as interests in analog and/or mixed-signal design.    

Who we are
The Electronic Circuit Design (ECD) unit of the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at the School of Electrical Engineering has researched RF, analog, and digital integrated circuits already close to thirty years with outstanding outcomes and we have a strong network of collaborators and funding. The ECD unit has three professors (Jussi Ryynänen, Kari Halonen and Martin Andraud), three senior researchers and about 20 doctoral candidates and research assistants.

More information
If you wish to hear more about the position, do not hesitate to contact Professor Jussi Ryynänen, jussi.ryynanen(at)aalto.fi.

Ready to apply?
Please submit your application through our recruiting system and include the following documents as one merged pdf package in English:

  • Application letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (including list of publications if any)
  • Course transcripts of Master’s studies with grades and Certificate of Master’s degree
  • Possible References (names and contact information of referees, or recommendation letters)


The call is open until August 25, 2021, but we will start reviewing and interviewing candidates already in August.


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PostDoc in the field of Machine Learning

 


Daytime stands for Digital Lifecycle Twins for Predictive Maintenance. The objective of the Daytime `project is to demonstrate the applicability of Industry 4.0 and in particular DayTime innovations beyond traditional productions plants into the hospitals and the home by treating healthcare equipment as means or tools for production.

Healthcare encompasses both capital intensive equipment in hospitals and smart consumer products at homes. In either case reliable mapping of user interaction into system response is crucial in supporting the customer to optimally operate the product. DayTime will enable manufacturers to transform into digital service provides giving advice tailored to the user. This advice will be based on actual system status and usage combining digital twin concepts with user/usage profiling. The advice encompasses suggestions to improve performance, reduce wear and tear and provide instructions to improve longevity or pro-actively deliver maintenance as service.

The TU/e will focus on knowledge valorization by creating and translating research results into successful innovations, working together with the consortium partners, especially with Philips Research and Philips Magnetic Resonance business on the topics of predictive and reactive maintenance by applying data science and artificial intelligence technologies.

An extensive project description is available on request.

TASKS of the post-doctoral researcher:

  • carry out research within the project, in cooperation with the other parties involved;
  • report on the results in project deliverables, papers and conference contributions;
  • a small contribution to the teaching activities of the Computer Science Faculty may be asked.

Job requirements

We are looking for a candidate who meets the following requirements:

  • A PhD degree in computer science, information science or related fields (mathematics or electrical engineering);
  • A research oriented attitude;
  • Solid publication record and accomplishments in machine learning and or artificial intelligence
  • Knowledge and practical experience in at least one of the following areas: NLP, text mining, machine learning, and knowledge management
  • Solid programing skills (e.g. Java)
  • Knowledge of Phyton, R Tensorflow, and/or similar languages/tools;
  • Ability to work in a team, interest in collaborating with the industrial partners;
  • Fluent in spoken and written English.

Conditions of employment

  • A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university with the possibility to present your work at international conferences.
  • A full-time employment for temporary appointment for 1 year (with a potential of extension / promotion)
  • Close collaboration with an industrial partner (Philips) 
  • You will have free access to high-quality training programs on general skills, didactics and topics related to research and valorization.
  • A gross monthly salary and benefits in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch Universities.
  • A broad package of fringe benefits (including an excellent technical infrastructure, moving expenses, and savings schemes).
  • Foreign applicants may benefit from the 30% tax regulation in order to get a higher net salary, when granted.
  • Family-friendly initiatives are in place, such as an international spouse program, and excellent on-campus children day care and sports facilities.

Information and application

More information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact
prof. dr. Milan Petkovic, m.petkovic[at]tue.nl 

For information about terms of employment, please contact HRServices.MCS[at]tue.nl

Please visit www.tue.nl/jobs to find out more about working at TU/e!

Application

We invite you to submit a complete application by using the 'apply now'-button on this page.
The application should include a:

  • Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
  • Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of
    three references.
  • List of five self-selected ‘best publications’ and software artifacts developed.
  • Proof of English language skills (if applicable)

We look forward to your application and will screen it as soon as we have received it.
Screening will continue until the position has been filled.

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