Lappeenranta University of Technology is a university specializing in technology and business studies with an emphasis on research.
The Advanced Surface Technology Research Laboratory (ASTRaL www.lut.fi/en/mikkeli/astral/), based in Mikkeli, is seeking a
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER
in the field of Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)
for a fixed term appointment until the end of year 2010.
ASTRaL carries out basic and applied research in thin film deposition processes and applications and has a strong commitment to work together with industry in these areas.
Experience in thin film technology, in particular ALD, will be an advantage. The applicant should have, or should have submitted his thesis for, a doctoral degree in a cognate area. A good standard of English is required.
The salary will be determined according to the university pay system for teaching and research staff, job grade 5 (€ 2 523.02 / month). In addition, the salary will include an individual pay component based on performance and competence, amounting to a maximum of 46% of the job-specific pay component. At the beginning of the employment relationship, the performance appraisal will be based on the applicant’s formal competence, professional experience and previous performance.
Further information: David Cameron, Professor of Material Technology,
email: david.cameron(at)lut.fi (putting ‘ALD Researcher’ in the message title)
Applications, including a CV, are to be addressed to the Rector, and submitted to Lappeenranta University of Technology, Registrar’s Office, P.O. Box 20, 53851 Lappeenranta, Finland (street address: Skinnarilankatu 34) by 28th November 2008 at 15:00. Applications may also be e-mailed to kirjaamo(at)lut.fi. Application documents will not be returned to the sender.
Administrative Services, 22 October 2008
