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  • Apply as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Land Survey's Finnish Geospatial Research Institute!

    We are seeking talented postdoctoral researchers for the National Land Survey's Finnish Geospatial Research Institute in a three-year fixed-term position from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2028.

    Digital Waters is a flagship project of the Research Council of Finland, (https://digitalwaters.fi/ ). It is a leading research and innovation ecosystem which supports decision-making and management in water sector. It consists of six consortium members and numerous stakeholders. New sensors and measurement equipment, new interoperable data sharing techniques and solutions, and innovative user interfaces to visualize data are developed and tested within the project. The postdoc’s duty is to conduct research and develop solutions related to managing and processing big in-situ measurement data and using the data in immersive computing.

    This postdoctoral position is part of the Finnish state research institutes' postdoctoral program, funded by Finland’s long-term research and development plan. The program will recruit 85 new postdoctoral researchers across 12 Finnish government research institutes from 2025 to 2028. Its aim is to strengthen R&D competence in fields important to society and business. Postdoctoral researchers will conduct impactful, high-level research that combines science, industry, and government. The program also supports networking and mobility across sectors. Learn more: https://tulanet.fi/postdoc/ .

    Read more about the position:
    https://www.maanmittauslaitos.fi/en/tyopaikat/toihin-paikkatietokeskukseen

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    Our expectations of the applicant

    A doctoral degree in surveying, water management, or environmental sciences, geography, or other relevant field of science is required. The degree must have been completed within the last five years (or within ten years in special circumstances). Candidates who have been granted permission for their doctoral defense by the application deadline are also eligible. The role is open to both early-career and experienced researchers, including those already working within the research institute. The selected candidate’s experience will influence salary determination.

    To succeed in this position, we hope you are highly motivated, self-directed, creative, and innovative. The role involves extensive collaboration with other researchers and external partners, so strong interaction, collaboration, and communication skills are essential. Key qualities include the ability to conduct independent research and work actively with others, publish and clearly present research findings, and secure future research funding.

    From the postdoc candidate we expect:
    • Experience on using real-world and simulated geospatial data with XR/AR/MR technologies
    • Knowledge on geospatial data processing, management and databases
    • Knowledge on sensor fusion and multi-modal data processing
    • Knowledge on real-time perception data processing for simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM)
    • Knowledge on various positioning methods (in addition to SLAM) such as satellite positioning, inertial navigation systems, ultra-wide-band positioning, underwater positioning etc.
    • Demonstrated ability to write scientific publications.

    Preferred qualifications:
    • Understanding on how to process, analyse and visualise geospatial data efficiently
    • Proficiency in programming/query languages (e.g. Python, R, SQL) for data processing, automation, and analysis.
    • Familiarity with geospatial web application development is also beneficial.

    Excellent proficiency in English is required for this position.

    Language skills needed in the position
    • English
      • Speaking: Excellent
      • Writing: Excellent
      • Understanding: Excellent
    We offer you We offer a flexible and responsible employer that supports the development of your knowledge and expertise and helps you balance work and free time. At the National Land Survey, we trust our employees, and we value workplace wellbeing. Clarifications

    The person selected for the position might need to undergo standard security clearance vetting with the applicant’s consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More detailed information on the procedure and the subject's rights is available at www.supo.fi.

    Contact Information

    Prof. Juha Oksanen (reachable on 27.11.2024 from 11.00-12.00 and 2.12.2024 from 13.00-14.00)
    juha.oksanen@nls.fi
    phone +358 40 831 4092

    Prof. Harri Kaartinen (reachable on 3.12.2024 from 09.00-11.00 and 13.00-15.00)
    harri.kaartinen@nls.fi
    phone +358 40 192 0836

    How to apply

    Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.

  • The Registry the National Land Survey of Finland

    P.O. BOX 84
    00521 Helsinki

  • Organisation

    The National Land Survey provides information, services, and research on land property. In addition to geospatial research, we conduct cadastral surveys, maintain property information, produce maps, handle registrations of title deeds and mortgages, and develop information systems.

    The National Land Survey's Finnish Geospatial Research Institute (FGI) is a modern, innovative, flexible, and collaborative research and expert institution that conducts geospatial research and measurement in collaboration with universities, other research institutes, public entities, and companies in Finland and worldwide.

    The Department of Geoinformatics and Cartography (FGI-GEOINFO) focuses on managing, sharing, processing, analyzing, and visualizing geospatial data, as well as promoting the scientific and societal utilization of geospatial data. The Department of Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry (FGI-KAUKO) focuses on the development of modern remote sensing sensors, creation of innovative mapping methods, evaluation of new remote sensing data sources and fostering the adaptation of new remote sensing technology in Finland. Both departments are committed to high-quality international scientific research and demonstrating the innovation potential of geospatial data

    Location
    Alajärvi

    You can work at one of our following locations

  • Alajärvi
    Paavolantie 1
    62900 Alajärvi
  • More about the employer
    Position information

    Other information of the position

  • Level of position: Specialists
  • Remote work: Possibility to work remotely
  • Reason for fixed-term employment: Nature of work
  • Additional info about fixed-term employment: 3-year research institutes postdoctoral program.
  • Working time format: Office working hours
  • Additional info about working hours: Flexible
  • Trial period: Trial period is 6 months.
  • Remuneration information: Salary is determined according to the National Land Survey’s salary system, based on experience and education. The position-specific salary ranges from pay grade 10.5 (€3,743) up to pay grade 11 (€4,056). Additionally, a performance-based component varies from 0% to 45% of the standard salary for the position.
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