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

    We are seeking talented postdoctoral researchers for the National Land Survey's Geospatial Research Institute in a three-year fixed-term position from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2028.
    The Space Geodesy Research Group of the department of Geodesy and Geodynamics is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to do novel research related to space geodetic techniques at the Metsähovi Geodetic Research Station. Metsähovi is a core station of the Global Geodetic Observing System hosting a large array of modern geodetic techniques such as VLBI, SLR, and GNSS.

    Possible projects may involve, but are not limited to, e.g. orbit determination, geodetic variables, modelling, instrumentation errors, improving precision, atmospheric/ionospheric effects, polarization effects, interstellar effects, radio source structure effects, spin-offs using data for any other purposes.

    The Candidate is expected to propose her/his own preliminary research plan of 1-2 pages, to be completed during the selection process and at the beginning of the employment.

    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 Space Geodesy or a relevant field 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.

    We value
    • strong background in a relevant field like geodesy, geophysics, astronomy, mathematics, meteorology, space physics, signal processing, optics or radio science.
    • Experience with space geodetic techniques
    • Good programming skills

    A driver’s license is useful to reach Metsähovi research station.

    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

    Head of Department Prof. Hannu Koivula
    Hannu.Koivula@maanmittauslaitos.fi
    +358 50 430 1639

    Research Group Manager Dr. Jouni Peltoniemi
    Jouni.Peltoniemi@maanmittauslaitos.fi
    +358 50 465 4953

    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 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 Geodesy and Geodynamics is responsible for the scientific basis of the national geodetic reference frames. The department currently employs about 15 people. The department has two research groups: Reference Systems and Space Geodesy. The Space Geodesy research group develops space geodetic techniques and models, supervises the operations of SLR and VLBI systems, and analyses the data for sustaining the Global Geodetic Reference Frame. The group also works on space surveillance and tracking (SST) and optical laboratory measurements.

    Location
    Alajärvi

    You can work at one of our following locations

  • Alajärvi
    Paavolantie 1
    62900 Alajärvi
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    Position information

    Other information of the position

  • More information: Applicants should include the following in their application:
    • CV, preferably following the model recommended by the Finnish National Board on Research Integrity (TENK) at https://tenk.fi/en/advice-and-materials/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae
    • List of publications, including the 5 most significant works
    • Contact person for recommendations
    • Motivation letter
    • Preliminary research plan of 1-2 pages

    The National Land Survey adheres to the national recommendation for responsible research evaluation in researcher recruitment.
  • 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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