Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT)

The LUT Department of Electrical Engineering is looking for two junior researchers (doctoral researchers) in electrical engineering. Your project will be either Off-Grid Water Electrolysers Supplied by Solar and Wind Power (OffGridH2) or Technoeconomic Modelling and Optimization of Heavy Electric Transportation. Are you interested in becoming part of our success story? Would you like to....

The LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for a junior researcher in mechanical engineering to strengthen its High-Performance Composites Team. Specifically, we are looking for a curious mind who is aiming for an academic career and is passionate about studying how to develop the next generation of sustainable flax fibre-reinforced bio-based polymer composites. The....

The Department of Physics at the LUT School of Engineering Science is looking for two junior researchers in physics. The positions are part of the national Graduate School in Particle and Nuclear Physics, jointly run by LUT University, the University of Helsinki, and the University of Jyväskylä. One of the positions will focus on instrumentation, including....

The Department of Separation Science of LUT University is hiring a junior researcher (doctoral student) for the project Emission Free Pulping funded by Business Finland. In this position, you will be working as part of the Emission Free Pulping (EFP) project group. The EFP project represents a ground-breaking initiative aiming to challenge and revolutionize current....

The LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for junior researchers (doctoral students) in power electronics, electrical machines, and electric transport systems. The main task will be to conduct studies and research for a doctoral dissertation in power electronics (PE) and related technologies, such as semiconductors, passive filters and components, control systems, and electrical drives. The....

The Department of Separation Science at LUT University is seeking an outstanding post-doctoral researcher specialising in the valorisation of biopolymers derived from lignocellulosic biomass.  This position involves both fundamental and applied research, with a focus on novel modification strategies for wood-derived bio-based polymer to produce new copolymeric structures and biocomposites. The ideal candidate is eager....

The LUT Mechanics of Materials Laboratory is looking for a junior (doctoral) researcher for a project funded by the Research Council of Finland for the following areas: mechanics of materials hydrogen embrittlement finite element simulation fatigue  solid mechanics The Mechanics of Materials Laboratory conducts advanced research in mechanical testing, solid mechanics, and the fatigue and fracture behaviour....

The LUT Mechanics of Materials Laboratory is looking for a junior (doctoral) researcher for a project funded by the Research Council of Finland for the following areas:  mechanics of materials finite element simulation fatigue and materials degradation solid mechanics hydrogen embrittlement The Mechanics of Materials Laboratory is a scientific leader in the mechanical testing of materials, solid mechanics,....

LUT Business School is looking for a junior (doctoral) researcher in international business and entrepreneurship. We are seeking a curious and motivated individual interested in the research question “How does international entrepreneurship (IE) shape the development of national identity?”. As a junior researcher, you will be a member of the multidisciplinary research team of the....

The sustainability change research group at LUT University is looking for a post-doctoral researcher or a doctoral (junior) researcher in sustainability science with a focus area in strong sustainability in a sectoral context. Strong sustainability refers to activities that ensure the long-term conservation of ecosystem services while promoting human well-being. Research in the open position....

The sustainability change research group at LUT University is looking for a post-doctoral researcher or a doctoral (junior) researcher in sustainability science with a focus area in strong sustainability in a sectoral context. Strong sustainability refers to activities that ensure the long-term conservation of ecosystem services while promoting human well-being. Research in the open position....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in value network modelling for regenerative mobility: integrating cross-sectoral systems and tracing electronics from power plants to car wheels in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in context for regenerative entrepreneurship in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European Universities, together with....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in building resilient and future proof business models in technology SMEs in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a....

The LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for a doctoral (junior) researcher in mechanical engineering to strengthen its Packaging Technology research group. Specifically, we are looking for a curious mind aiming for an academic career and passionate about developing the converting of cellulose-based materials. The ideal candidate for the position – is interested in....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in organising for regenerative futures with cooperation DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European Universities, together with an....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in resilient technological strategies to reduce decision-making uncertainties in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in regenerative business and more than human organizational practices in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in grand challenges, regenerative capabilities, and breakthrough innovation in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European Universities,....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in building resilient entrepreneurial firms for regenerative innovation in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European Universities,....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in innovating for regenerative futures in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European Universities, together with....

We are seeking a doctoral candidate in meta-organizing SME’s for positive impact in cooperation with DREAM+PLAN program. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. DREAM+PLAN is a doctoral program enabled by a consortium of European Universities, together with....

The Department of Sustainability Science at the LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for a master’s graduate or master’s thesis student for a doctoral (junior) researcher or junior research assistant position for the Circularity-integrated mining (CINTEM) research project. The final job title will depend on the candidate’s qualifications. The main aim of the project is to....

LUT Business School is looking for a junior (doctoral) researcher to strengthen its international business and entrepreneurship team. We are seeking a curious and motivated individual interested in conducting research on the role of international entrepreneurship in Finland over time. The junior researcher is required to have a master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., linguistics/languages, cultural studies,....

LUT Business School is looking for a junior (doctoral) researcher in business models for B2B platforms to strengthen its sales research team. We are seeking a curious and motivated individual interested in business-to-business (B2B) digital platform business models. Digital platforms in the B2B context are often built on industrial products and portfolios of related offerings, integrating various digital....

The LUT Department of Social Sciences is looking for a junior (doctoral) researcher in global communications and climate change. The project focuses on climate activist networks. Are you interested in becoming part of the emerging communication sciences team at LUT University? Are you passionate about climate change communication? If you are aiming to conduct top....

The Department of Separation Science at LUT University is hiring a junior (doctoral) researcher with LUT Doctoral School funding for 2025–2028. The position is focused on materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, environmental science or engineering, or related fields. You will be working on the project Hydrophobic eutectic solvents and their combination with cellulose membranes as sustainable extractants....

We are looking for a junior researcher (doctoral researcher) in food science. LUT University’s Department of Separation Science is looking for a junior researcher to conduct research on food processing and technology. The Department of Separation Science is Finland’s largest academic research unit specialising in separation and purification technologies. The department conducts separation method-driven research....

The Department of Separation Science at LUT University is hiring a junior researcher (doctoral researcher) for research on the impacts of certain impurities in hydrometallurgical separation processes, especially liquid–liquid extraction and/or ion exchange. The research aims to uncover how the impurities affect the separation materials (i.e., solvents and ion exchange resins) and the whole separation....

The Laboratory of Sustainable Mechatronics at the LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for a junior researcher (doctoral researcher) in sustainable mechatronics. The Laboratory of Sustainable Mechatronics operates under the Department of Mechanical Engineering and aims to advance sustainable technologies through cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. What we are looking for The person appointed for this position....

We at LUT University’s Department of Software Engineering are looking for a junior researcher with a curious mind and interest in human-data interaction, explainable AI, low-code software development, and privacy-preserving machine learning for sustainability. The junior researcher will be jointly supervised by LUT University’s Annika Wolff, associate professor (tenure track), and Damian Kedziora, associate professor....

LUT University’s Department of Separation Science is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher in separation technology in food processing. In this role, you will engage in both theoretical and applied research, contributing to advancements in academic understanding and industrial innovation. Key responsibilities include assisting the principal investigator in the supervision of doctoral students, developing research....

LUT Business School is looking for a junior researcher (doctoral researcher) in business-to-business sales to strengthen its sales research team. We are seeking a curious mind who is eager to uncover novel insights into how businesses can succeed in international competition sustainably. We are looking for a motivated candidate with a strong desire to learn and....

The Department of Separation Science of LUT University is hiring a junior researcher (doctoral researcher) for the project Emission Free Pulping funded by Business Finland. In this position, you will be working as part of the Emission Free Pulping (EFP) project group. The EFP project represents a ground-breaking initiative aiming to challenge and revolutionize current....

The LUT Department of Electrical Engineering is looking for a junior researcher (doctoral researcher) in electrical engineering. Are you interested in becoming part of our success story? Would you like to explore key technologies for tackling the climate crisis? If you are passionate about conducting top international research and are aiming to become a doctor....

The LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for a junior researcher (doctoral student) in energy process modelling related to biomass-to-X conversion systems. The position is located at the Laboratory of Thermal Engineering at the Department of Energy Technology. Research at the Laboratory of Thermal Engineering involves energy system modelling and multiphase reactive processes –....

The LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for a junior researcher (doctoral student) to perform process modelling related to energy storage based on metal redox reactions. The position is located at the Laboratory of Thermal Engineering at the Department of Energy Technology. Research at the Laboratory of Thermal Engineering is related to the modelling of....

The Department of Physics at the LUT School of Engineering Science is looking for two junior researchers (doctoral students) in physics. The positions are part of the national Graduate School in Particle and Nuclear Physics, jointly run by LUT University, the University of Helsinki, and the University of Jyväskylä. One of the positions will focus on....

The LUT School of Energy Systems is looking for junior researchers (doctoral students) in power electronics, electrical machines, and electric transport systems. The main task will be to conduct studies and research for a doctoral dissertation in power electronics (PE) and related technologies, such as semiconductors, passive filters and components, control systems, and electrical drives. The....

The Department of Separation Science at LUT University is hiring two junior researchers (doctoral researchers) for the CIMANET Doctoral Education Network in Finland. Description of the position CIMANET is a doctoral education network for circular materials bioeconomy. It consists of Aalto University, the University of Helsinki, Åbo Akademi University, LUT University, the University of Oulu,....