Doctoral Researcher, Software Engineering

The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 4000 employees who produce new knowledge based on high-standards research and provide research based education to build a more sustainable, smarter, and more humane world. The University of Oulu community has about 19,000 people in total. Our northern scientific community operates globally and creates conditions for the emergence of innovations. The University of Oulu is ranked in the top 3% of the world’s universities.

We are now looking for a

Doctoral Researcher

to join us in the M3S Research Group at the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. The M3S unit conducts research at a high international level and publishes widely in top journals and conferences. We research software-based systems and services with innovative applications in Automotive, Health and Wellness, and Cyber-Physical Systems. We utilise enabling technologies and platforms such as Artificial Intelligence, Edge/Cloud, IoT, Digital Twins, and 5G/6G Networks to achieve our research goals.

About the job

The doctoral researcher will join the Research Council of Finland project "PastSense: Digital Twinning Methods for Illuminating Insights in Classical Archaeology". The project develops software engineering methods for interoperability frameworks and the automatic creation of digital twins, focusing on the use case of classical archaeology. These interdisciplinary software engineering methods enable the visualisation and reconstruction of different situations in the ancient past.

As a doctoral researcher, you will be part of a multidisciplinary research group consisting of computer scientists, software engineers, archaeologists, cultural anthropologists, and museum professionals. Your research focuses on applications of remote sensing and digital twinning, building practical artefacts and demonstrations, and conducting quantitative and qualitative evaluations of the built artefacts. The field of our research is in the intersection of computational archaeology, pervasive/ubiquitous computing, and software engineering.

What we offer

• The support of an experienced and enthusiastic team of various backgrounds and disciplines, with whom you can share your expertise and grow as an expert.
• Innovative and creative environment where we value new ideas, high motivation to learn, and develop novel research directions together 
• Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture, and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits. 
• Development and career options of the big organisation.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and your close ones in settling into Oulu.
• We have an HR Excellence in Research -quality label, which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. 
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, an excellent education system, and a competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu.

Who are you?

In order to succeed and enjoy the position, we require from you: 

• Master's degree in the field of computer science, software engineering, or other related ICT field. A Master's degree must have been completed before the start of the doctoral researcher's work
• Demonstrated ability and motivation for doctoral studies in an interdisciplinary research group
• Ability to work as a team member and bring in new perspectives and ideas
• Fluent in written and spoken English. Other languages are beneficial and should be listed in the application
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and willingness to explain technical matters to a non-expert audience
• Basic knowledge of 3D modelling, game development (Unreal Engine 5 or similar), or AR/VR applications, or demonstrated ability to learn such tools, such as a background in image processing or 2D/3D signal processing
• You must apply for the right to study for a doctoral degree at the beginning of your employment in accordance with the requirements of the University of Oulu Graduate School (UniOGS). Please note that your doctoral programme is expected to be in Information Technology and Electrical Engineering

We also appreciate

• Other language skills (Finnish, Italian, Latin, etc), even at the basic level of knowledge
• Studies, hobbies, or personal interests related to history, archaeology, culture, and museums
• Previous experience with LiDAR, Radar, photogrammetry, or similar remote sensing technologies
• Ability to demonstrate your technical skills through demonstrations and showcases; please provide examples of your possible previous projects in the CV and/or research plan

Previous experience in archaeology or history is not required, but will be considered a benefit. The project will include field trips to Campanian archaeological sites in Italy and, if possible, to other destinations in Europe.

Salary

The position is fixed-term for 4 years as of 1.9.2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The salary will be based on the levels 2-4 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (a maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). The starting gross salary will be approx. 2800-3200 € per month (before taxes).  A trial period of 6 months is applied to the position.

How to apply?

Interested? If yes, please apply by 13.7.2023 (23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.

The application should be written in English and include the following:

• Cover letter
• CV following the guidelines of the Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity
• Narrative CV, using the given template (more information: principles for the assessment of research and researchers at the University of Oulu)
• An initial research plan highlighting your personal research interests and career goals 

Eligible applicants who best fit the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. The shortlisted candidates will also be asked to submit their diplomas, and their references will be contacted. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people of different ages, genders, languages, cultures, and minority communities.

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please contact associate professor Ella Peltonen, [email protected]