The University of Vaasa creates an inspiring environment for meaningful work as part of a thriving and diverse university community. Our open-minded, multidisciplinary research responds to the challenges of our time and creates a more responsible future. Our internationally respected education gives students the skills and attitude to change tomorrow. The core of our university is made up of high-level expertise in business studies, technology, and administration and communication sciences. Scientifically grounded research is complemented by our phenomenon-oriented research platforms.
We are now inviting applications for a Tenure Track position in Space Data Processing (Computing Sciences).
The position will be filled primary as a permanent Professor position or secondary a fixed-term Associate Professor under the tenure track system. The level is determined by the applicant's merits and career stage.
Job description and requirements
We are seeking an outstanding scholar with a strong academic track record and vision in telecommunications engineering, broadly defined. The successful candidate will be expected to lead high-impact research, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to teaching and curriculum development in telecommunications, wireless technologies, and future networked systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct and lead internationally recognized research in computer science or telecommunications engineering and related areas. Secure external research funding and establish robust academic, industrial, and public sector partnerships.
- Develop new research initiatives and contribute to the university’s innovation ecosystem.
- Teach and supervise students at all levels (BSc, MSc, PhD), and contribute to curriculum development and internationalisation.
- Participate in academic leadership, particularly in the development of the Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) research group.
- Participate in managing and using the Kvarken-Satellite which University of Vaasa is launching in collaboration with Aalto university to research precise positioning, orbit determination and 3D printing of satellite vehicles.
- Managing the Space Data lab together with the research team to facilitate efficient processing of large data sets.
- Aligning research partly on university’s strategic theme for energy transition.
We welcome applicants whose expertise aligns with one or more of the following research areas:
- Satellite-based Earth observation, GNSS systems, AI for space data, or climate and environmental monitoring.
- New Space technologies, CubeSats, or small satellite platforms.
- Experience in translating space data into actionable insights for environmental or industrial applications.
- Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) technologies and applications.
- Satellite Communications and Non-Terrestrial Networks: Advanced techniques and architectures for satellite internet (LEO/MEO/GEO), hybrid terrestrial/non-terrestrial systems, 6G developments, and satellite remote sensing.
- AI and Machine Learning in Communications: Strong background in modern AI/ML algorithms applied to communication systems.
Required Qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in telecommunications engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field.
- An internationally recognized record of scholarly excellence and academic leadership.
- A strong publication record in top-tier journals and conferences
- Experience in leading or participating in competitive research projects.
- Demonstrated ability to build industry collaboration and deliver societal impact.
- A commitment to high-quality teaching and student mentoring.
- Demonstrated leadership in academic as well as research organizations involving multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience with project coordination, public-private partnerships, and innovation ecosystems.
- Strong connections with space agencies (e.g., ESA, NASA), industry partners, and international research networks will be considered a significant advantage
- Excellent communication skills in English; Finnish language skills are an asset but not mandatory.
- For Full Professor candidates: a proven record of successful supervision of PhD theses.
The appointed tenure track will join the Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) research group, which takes a multidisciplinary approach to advancing intelligent systems that integrate physical processes with digital control and communication. The group values data-centricity, resili-ence, sustainability, and real-world impact.
The research profile of the position contributes to the mission of the strategy of the University of Vaasa: sustainable business, energy and society. The University's strategic focus areas are energy transition and technology, business management, and governance and society.
The annual working time is 1612 hours based on the general collective agreement for Finnish universities and tasks are agreed in more detail in the Annual Work Plan.
ln the position of Professor, practical non-academic experience in the field is not required but can be considered beneficial. For further detailed information about the requirements, criteria and our Tenure track procedure, please see: www.uwasa.fi/en/tenure-track
Salary and benefits
We are a truly international community of 5500 students and 650 staff members. We work in a unique environment at our maritime campus, with state of the art research laboratories and teaching facilities, located only a short walk away from the Vaasa city centre.
We invest in our employees' well-being and offer extensive occupational health care services, fitness and culture benefits, and a multitude of other activities to support well-being at work. Our flexible working hours and work options such as blended home/campus working contribute to a great work-life balance. Our commitment to support the career development of our personnel is visible in the broad offering of training and competence development opportunities.
The salary is based on both the job requirement and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System (YPJ). The annual starting salary (incl. holiday contributions) is approximately
Associate Professor: €59,400 - € 64,200
Professor: €71,800 - € 87,500
Each University of Vaasa employee automatically belongs to a pension scheme and the majority part of the pension contributions is paid by the employer. We also have a versatile reward system in use. If you are moving to Finland from abroad, relocation services are available.
Applications
Applications are submitted using the University of Vaasa's electronic recruitment system (See the ‘Submit an application’ button below). In order for applications to be processed, the application form must be filled out and the enclosures listed below must be attached to it. The application period is open until midnight (Finnish time, EEST) August 11th, 2025.
1. Attachments in English:
Curriculum vitae
List of publications
Research plan (max 5 pages): the research plan should detail the ways in which the candidate would direct their research from the perspective of their own discipline towards the focus of the position described in this call for applications and the strategic focus of the University of Vaasa’s research. The plan must include a description of the phenomena concerned, the perspective on the applicant's own subject and the added-value to be realized from analyzing the phenomena as well as possible partners. lt is beneficial if the plan also includes potential sources of external financing (programs or similar) and a publication plan.
Teaching portfolio (complementary to the teaching merits listed in the CV)
2. In addition, numbered according to the publication categories in the list of publications:
Copies of no more than 10 publications that the applicant wishes to be taken into account when evaluating their competence and qualifications. The publications can, if needed, be merged into a maximum of 7 pdf-files.
Further information
The position is located in Vaasa, Finland.
Starting date: January 2026 or as agreed.
The appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a trial period of 6 months.
- More information about the position:
Dean Raine Hermans, tel. +358 29 449 8622
Professor of Telecommunications Engineering Mohammed Elmusrati, tel. +358 29 449 8275
Email: firstname.surname (a) uwasa.fi
Enquiries about the online application system: careers (a) uwasa.fi
Please note that due to the summer holidays, there may be delays in our replies.
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The position is located in the School of Technology and Innovations at the University of Vaasa. Read more about us: School of Technology and Innovations.
The University of Vaasa is located on the West coast of Finland at the heart of one of the most thriving regions in Finland and the Nordic countries’ largest energy technology hub. The University of Vaasa is a valued partner in the hub, and well positioned to interact actively with the surrounding society – internationally and nationally. More information about working with us:
Application period starts: 2025-06-11 09:00 Application period ends: 2025-08-11 23:59
