Laboratory engineer, Helsinki Institute of Physics
Helsinki Institute of Physics HIP is searching for a
LABORATORY ENGINEER
for a fixed period of 2,5 years starting from 1.1.2025 or as agreed. The laboratory engineer has an employment contract with the University of Helsinki.
The work will focus on the following tasks:
• Ultrasonic welding (wire joining, wedge to wedge and single point tape automated bonding),
• assembly work for electronics (gluing of radiation detector modules),
• gluing and shape cutting work.
The person we are looking for
The person selected for the position must have a degree in a technical or natural science field. We value practically demonstrated knowledge of craftsmanship or similar, e.g. watchmaking / micromechanics work. The position requires the ability to work independently in an international environment and fluent command of the English language. Especially important is careful and conscientious working standards and the ability to work in a team. The candidate must also be able to travel within Europe.
Why work for us
Finland is a member of EU, has high quality free schooling (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families and in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region possess top expertise in sciences in terms of a vibrant talent pool, leading research, strong support services and functioning collaboration networks. The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from a variety of gender identities, linguistic and cultural backgrounds. The salary of the position is between 3,300 and 3,900 euros per month, depending on the candidate's merits and work experience. The position has a six-month trial period.
How to apply
The application must be accompanied by a curriculum vitae. Please submit the documents using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System by clicking the Apply for the position button below. button “Apply now”. Applicants who are employees of the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application via SAP Fiori. Deadline for applications is 18 November 2024. Please be prepared to send us references in case we ask for during the application process
For more information about the position, please contact project leader of the CMS upgrade project Dr Erik Brücken (jens.brucken(at)helsinki.fi). For information about the recruitment process and the recruitments system please contact HR specialist Laura Karppinen (laura.karppinen(at)helsinki.fi).