Are you interested in working with the Safe and Connected Society research area? We are now looking for Senior / Research Scientists to join us in our Espoo, Oulu, and Tampere sites. Discover more about our opportunities in our 5G and beyond Networks research team.

VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning, and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2200 brilliant minds from 50 different nationalities is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra.

In this research area, we develop new enabling digital technologies related to connectivity, cybersecurity, and situational awareness. We focus on critical technologies that are relevant across the defence, security, space, and related civil industries. We provide top-notch services to our customers and work in close collaboration with the public and private sector actors. Our excellence is delivered by more than 90 researchers working in the area and supported by our unique research infrastructure. Our mission is to support the creation of innovations that will help in securing the critical functions of society.

Open positions: 

Currently, we are looking for several professionals to join our Safe and Connected Society research area. The research area is a world-leading research, development, and innovation partner for novel solutions in connectivity, cyber security, and situational awareness.

We are seeking Research Scientists and Senior Scientists in several different roles and skill levels in our Espoo, Tampere, and Oulu offices. If you are interested in joining VTT, find below more information about job openings, teams, and their locations. We warmly encourage you to apply if you spot a position that might be suitable for your background and interests!  

5G and beyond networks

• Research Engineer, 5G and Beyond Networks (Espoo)
• Research Engineer, 5G and Beyond Networks (Oulu)
• Research Scientist, Metaverse Communication

If you don’t find open positions that match your profile, you can also send an open application for our Safe and Connected Society opportunities via Apply for this position button.

What we offer you: 

• Visionary work in technology. We offer positions at the cutting edge of technology and engineering from next generation microelectronics and quantum technology to automation and robotics, energy systems, and more. Our research agenda is dedicated to creating sustainable growth by solving systemic and technological challenges, so your work will go towards creating a real, positive impact. Read more about our strategy – the path of exponential hope.
• Fascinating projects, excellent research environment. With us, you get to work on a combination of cutting-edge academic research and applied customer projects, both locally and internationally.
• Great career opportunities, and superb colleagues. At VTT, excellence in research is a strategic priority. We offer long-term positions and stable career paths in top-level research. People tend to stay with us for over 10 years since there are always new roles and responsibilities to grow into. Collaborating in a cross-disciplinary community with superb colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun.
• Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture great team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work–life balance. On top of 6 weeks of paid holidays, we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and voluntary well-being services such as meditation programmes and training on cognitive ergonomics.

Apply now and join us in developing the future of safety and connectivity! 

Please send your CV (or a PDF of your LinkedIn profile*) and an application with your salary request via our recruitment system to be considered for our opportunities.

We look forward to hearing from you soon! 

Apply between 10 May 2023 and 11 June 2023 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)

Working at VTT 

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Are you an international talent looking for a new opportunity? Read more about the benefits of living and working in Finland as well as VTT's support for relocation of the new employees! 

You can read more about VTT Safe & Connected Society research area here: 

Safe and secured society's functions

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VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have 80 years of experience of top-level research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together.

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