Two Postdoctoral Researchers in Memristor Materials and Devices

About the position

Two Postdoctoral Researchers in Memristor Materials and Devices

Research Field: Engineering » Materials engineering

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No

Memristor crossbar development | Perovskite nanomaterials for artificial synapses

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Turku invites applications for two fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher positions in the Memristor and Neuromorphic Computing Research Group.

The positions address complementary challenges in next-generation memristive and neuromorphic technologies: scalable crossbar-device fabrication and the development of perovskite nanomaterials for functional memristive devices.

Primary focus: Perovskite quantum dots and semiconductor nanomaterials for memristive devices

This position will strengthen the project's device-manufacturing capability and support proof-of-concept applications by developing reliable, reproducible memristor crossbar structures.

The position is an initial one-year fixed-term contract, with an anticipated three-year continuation subject to the OCEANAut midterm evaluation, continuation of the project, funding availability, and the required institutional decisions.

Track B - Perovskite nanomaterials for memristive devices (RCF project)

The researcher will join a Research Council of Finland-funded project developing next-generation memristors and artificial synapses.

The researcher will work across materials chemistry, photophysics, electronic devices, and neuromorphic engineering, including collaboration with Aalto University and AMOLF.

Willingness to undertake approximately three months of research mobility at collaborating institutions and to participate in international conferences is expected.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree relevant to the selected track, demonstrate the ability to conduct independent scientific research, and possess the teaching skills required for the position.

apply strong experimental rigor, critical thinking, and responsible research practices;

the opportunity to join an internationally recognized research environment working from functional materials and device physics through to neuromorphic applications;

opportunities to contribute to publications, invention disclosures, and the development of a strong intellectual-property portfolio;

opportunities to publish, present at international conferences, supervise students, and develop an independent research profile;

a collegial team that supports competence development and career progression;

The European Commission has granted the University of Turku the HR Excellence in Research quality label, reflecting the University's commitment to a high-quality research environment and researchers' career development.

The salary is determined by the collective agreement system of Finnish universities, aligning with the teaching and research personnel category.

The salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher is based on levels 5-6.

Research group: Memristor and Neuromorphic Computing Research Group | University of Turku open vacancies

What you’ll bring

• The motivation letter must clearly identify the preferred track and explain the applicant's fit with its scientific and technical requirements.
• contribute to the supervision of doctoral and master's students.
• strong hands-on experience in thin-film patterning and microfabrication;
• practical experience with relevant fabrication methods, such as maskless lithography, atomic layer deposition (ALD), reactive-ion etching (RIE), and electron-beam evaporation;
• experience with relevant characterization methods, including atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and electrical or resistivity measurements; and
• experience with memristors, resistive-switching devices, crossbar arrays, or reliability testing; and
• strong, demonstrable hands-on experience in perovskites, nanostructures such as quantum dots or nanoplatelets, and/or relevant colloidal quantum-dot synthesis;
• experience with ligand exchange and/or surface passivation;
• experience in structural or materials characterization using techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), SEM, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and/or nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR);
• experience in photophysical characterization, including UV-visible absorption, photoluminescence (PL), and time-resolved photoluminescence (TRPL); and
• Common qualification requirements and selection criteria
• Applicants must hold a doctoral degree relevant to the selected track, demonstrate the ability to conduct independent scientific research, and possess the teaching skills required for the position.
• The starting salary for each position is approximately EUR 3,700-4,000 per month, depending on qualifications, skills, and experience.
• The qualification requirements must be met by the end of the application period.
• You have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout.
• Research Field: Engineering
• Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
• Research Field: Physics

At a glance

Position type

Postdoc

Institution

University of Turku

Department

Department of Physics and Astronomy

Research group

Memristor and Neuromorphic Computing Research Group | University of Turku open vacancies

Location

Turku, Finland, FI

Supervisor / contact person

Dr Quentin Huchet, Dr Manish Kumar

Funding

Salaried
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
The position is an initial one-year fixed-term contract, with an anticipated three-year continuation subject to the OCEANAut midterm evaluation, continuation of the project, funding availability, and the required institutional decisions.
The researcher will join a Research Council of Finland-funded project developing next-generation memristors and artificial synapses.
Salary and trial period
The salary is determined by the collective agreement system of Finnish universities, aligning with the teaching and research personnel category.
The salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher is based on levels 5-6.
A personal performance component is added to the task-specific salary.
The starting salary for each position is approximately EUR 3,700-4,000 per month, depending on qualifications, skills, and experience.
The salary is determined when the employment contract is drawn up.

Duration

Not stated

Expected start

Not stated

Vacancy reference

EURAXESS-462260

Research focus

Discipline

Materials Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Physics

Research area

Semiconductors, Nanomaterials, Photovoltaics

Methods

Synthesis, Microscopy, Device fabrication

Software

Python

Dates to know

Listed on FOSS Positions

18 Sep 2026

Original advertisement date

Not stated in the source

Application deadline

25 Sep 2026 · 13:00 UTC

Priority review date

Not stated

Last checked

18 Sep 2026

Last updated

18 Sep 2026

2026-09-25T13:00:59+00:00

How to apply

Application Deadline: 25 Sep 2026 - 13:00 (UTC)
Applicants may apply for either position or for both. The motivation letter must clearly identify the preferred track and explain the applicant's fit with its scientific and technical requirements. Applicants considering both tracks should indicate their order of preference.
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree relevant to the selected track, demonstrate the ability to conduct independent scientific research, and possess the teaching skills required for the position. The doctoral degree must be completed by the end of the application period.
apply strong experimental rigor, critical thinking, and responsible research practices;
How to apply
Please submit your application in English through our online recruitment system. Applications must be submitted by Friday 25 September 2026 at 16:00 (Europe/Helsinki).
The application must include:
The qualification requirements must be met by the end of the application period. Applications may be reviewed during the application period.
For questions related to the application process, please contact HR Specialist Saija Marjasto, saija.marjasto(at)utu.fi.
The application form cannot be saved as a draft. However, after submitting you can return to edit your application via the link you receive by email. The application can be edited until the application deadline.
You have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout.
Instructions for submitting a job application
Where to apply
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https://www.utu.fi/en/instructions-for-submitting-a-job-application-via-the-erekry-system

Original sources

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