Professor (Full) in Materials Physics

The University of Turku is a world-class multidisciplinary research university that offers challenging tasks and a unique vantage point into the Finnish and international world of science and education.

The Faculty of Science is looking for a professor in Materials Physics. We are looking for a person with a distinguished academic career and established international reputation in the field of materials physics, especially on the surface and interface studies of inorganic semiconductors and research of thin films. The position involves a close cooperation between experimental research and theory-based modelling. It also includes developing multidisciplinary cooperation between research groups in the Turku University.

The position is located at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, in Materials Research Laboratory that is equipped with modern and diverse surface research equipment. In addition to the lab-based resources, synchrotron radiation is actively used in experimental spectroscopy.  Additional experimental opportunities are provided by MARI (mari.utu.fi), a collaboration platform of materials research groups at the departments of physics and astronomy, chemistry, and mechanical and materials engineering of the University of Turku.

The main research fields of the Department of Physics and Astronomy are materials research, quantum mechanics, astronomy, and space research. Physics and astronomy are amongst the oldest disciplines at the University of Turku. Today the department offers a rich curriculum supported by a broad research profile. Teaching covers experimental and theoretical physics as well as astrophysics and astronomy. High-quality basic research of the department is accompanied by original and successful development of physical applications for industrial purposes.

The employment begins upon agreement.

The application period ends on the 4th of June, 2024 at 16:00 (EEST GMT+3 / at 13:00 UTC).

Job Description

Professor

• conducts and supervises scientific research
  • The professor is expected to collaborate with other research groups, form and lead an independent research group and obtain domestic and international research funding.
• provides teaching based on it
  • The position includes joint responsibility for teaching in the Master's Programme in Materials Research. He/she is also expected to actively participate in undergraduate and postgraduate education and their development.
• follows the development of science
• participates in societal interaction and international cooperation in their field and
• participates in the administrative tasks assigned to him or her at the university.

Who we are looking for

Requirements

The person selected for the position is expected to be able to lead research combining experimental and theoretical activities. The person is expected to obtain domestic and international research funding, to be innovative and active in business cooperation, to participate in basic and postgraduate education and their development, and to take part in university administration tasks. Highly developed teaching skills are also expected.

The successful applicant may be appointed to a permanent full professorship depending on his/ her previous academic merits in research, teaching, and academic leadership and societal interaction. For the position of Full Professor, we seek experienced and internationally renowned experts who already have an excellent publication record and success in acquiring external research funding and evidence of ability to provide high-quality teaching based on research.

The qualification requirements of the position are stipulated in the University of Turku Rules of Procedure  (31 §)

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for our open positions.