Research Assistant (master thesis worker) in Simulation for Optoelectronics Devices

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Our campus is in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. We are looking for Master’s Thesis Student for Research Assistant (master thesis worker) position in Simulation for Optoelectronics Devices We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with strong simulation skills and a background in nanoelectronics and optoelectronic devices. The position is ideal for master’s students who are interested in writing a master's thesis emphasizing simulation, theory, and validation of experimental electrical and optical results in semiconductor devices. The selected candidate will work on the project led by Prof. Zhipei Sun and Dr. Fida Ali, Department of Nanoelectronics and Engineering, Aalto University. What will you do? • Perform simulations in COMSOL Multiphysics to design MOSFET device structures. • Model and analyze electrical transport and optoelectronic behavior. • Compare and validate simulations against experimental data. • Work with an experimental team. What we offer? • A 6-month contract with salary of 2622,00 € / month. • Start date: September 2026 or as soon as possible • The opportunity to work with an experienced research team and dedicated mentors • Support for your master’s thesis • Supervision, research guidance and sparring to support your progress as an independent researcher What we value? • Education in semiconductor and solid-state physics • Experience with COMSOL Multiphysics • Ability to work with people from different backgrounds • Excellent teamwork, negotiation and communication skills • Fluency in English Ready to apply? If you are interested, please submit your application through our recruitment system Workday. The deadline for applications is August 30, 2026. The position will be filled as soon as suitable candidate has been identified. To apply, please submit the following documents in PDF files: • A motivation letter describing your interests, relevant background, and fit with the position. • A curriculum vitae, including your education and prior experience in simulation theory • Degree certificates and transcripts of records for bachelor’s and master’s studies Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions Want to know more? Please contact Prof. Zhipei Sun (zhipei.sun@aalto.fi) or Dr. Fida Ali (fida.ali@aalto.fi). For additional information in recruitment process related questions, please contact HR Advisor Johanna Haapalainen (hr-elec@aalto.fi). More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.