[Job-offers-cs] Research Scientist, Quantum Algorithms and Software (VTT Otaniemi, Finland)

[Pekka Orponen]

    About the job

*Are you interested in quantum computing **and looking for an exciting 
opportunity in the field? Would you like to develop innovative 
technology with superb colleagues who are top experts in their field? Do 
you want to build an excellent science career and work at the interface 
of academy and industry? Are you enthusiastic about working with 
fascinating projects in state-of-the-art research facilities? VTT might 
be just the place for you. If you are an international talent searching 
for a new opportunity, read more about the benefits of living in Finland 
and VTT’s support for relocation **here**! *VTT is one of the leading 
applied research organizations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, 
a passion for learning and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of 
our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our 
cross-disciplinary community of over 2300 brilliant minds from almost 60 
different nationalities is focused on creating impact through 
science-based innovation. In recent years, we have created 
ground-breaking innovations such as the world's fastest and most 
accurate radiation detector, a cancer-sniffing sensor device for 
smartphones, and a headphone set entirely made of microbial materials. 
Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra .

**We are now looking for **a Research Scientist to join our Quantum 
Algorithms and Software team **As a scientist at VTT, you can make an 
impact on our customers and society. Our researchers work closely 
together with industry, often in interdisciplinary research groups. VTT 
has excellent research infrastructure and internal services to support 
your research work.

With a strong background in quantum computing, you will have an 
essential role in developing and carrying out research on*quantum error 
correction*. You are expected to identify and solve problems 
independently and creatively, while working closely and flexibly with a 
team of experts.

Your focus will be on the development of error correction codes, on 
designing and integrating quantum error correction experiments to be 
executed on VTT quantum computers.

Our team develops quantum algorithms and operates VTT superconducting 
qubit quantum computers. Currently, VTT hosts two devices with 5 and 53 
qubits, and has signed a joint development project with IQM which will 
deliver a 150-qubit superconducting quantum computer in mid-2026 and a 
300-qubit one in late 2027. We are active in the development of quantum 
algorithms for real-world problems, quantum error mitigation techniques, 
benchmark protocols for current quantum computers, and quantum software 
infrastructure.

**Your responsibilities as a Research Scientist: **

  * Developing and simulating state-of-the-art error correction codes.
  * Design QEC experiments to be executed on VTT quantum computers.
  * Communicating and solving the problems in tight collaboration with
    others at VTT.
  * Dissemination of results via journal articles and conferences.
  * Contribute to national and international projects – as a
    coordinator, work package or task leader, or project member.
  * Network with national and international quantum computing stakeholders.
  * Ideate new research topics together with the team and the network.
  * Prepare projects around the new topics for national and
    international public funding sources, as well as company projects.

**Who we are looking for: **

  * You have a M.Sc. or a Ph.D. in physics, mathematics, computer
    science, or a closely related field.
  * You have experience in quantum error correction, quantum
    information, or related research.
  * You have familiarity with NISQ devices and architectures, noise
    models, and error mitigation techniques.
  * You have excellent communication skills in English, both written and
    spoken.

**As a person, we hope that you are: **

  * You have strong communication and collaboration skills. You are able
    to efficiently interact with your colleagues and with people from
    different fields.
  * An enthusiastic outside-the-box thinker. You enjoy challenges and
    learning new things and have a strong passion for science and
    research and development.
  * An open-minded and innovative person with a vision of longer-term
    research needs.
  * You are eager to work with new topics and methods, even out of your
    comfort zone to achieve the set ambitious goals.

**With VTT, you’ll enjoy: **

  * Science with an impact. At VTT, we seek to solve large societal
    challenges and drive a sustainable future through applied research
    and innovation. With us, you’ll get to work on research projects
    that make a concrete, positive impact in the world. Read more about
    our strategy, the path of exponential hope , and our organisational
    culture as the builder of the world's most meaningful place to work.
  * Open culture of innovation. We have 80 years of experience in
    science-based innovation, a strong international reputation and
    global networks. We work truly across disciplines, and house all the
    cutting-edge sciences from quantum computing to synthetic biology
    under one roof. At VTT, you’ll join a community of over 2200
    multidisciplinary experts who foster a culture of trust, openness
    and sharing knowledge. Collaborating with amazing colleagues is a
    source of learning, inspiration, and fun.
  * Nordic work-life balance. Working in Finland, the happiest country
    in the world, enables a great quality of life. At VTT, we make our
    people’s well-being a strategic priority. On top of 6 weeks of paid
    holidays annually (after one year of work), our benefits include
    extended occupational healthcare, and a range well-being services,
    such as exercise and culture benefits and hobby clubs. Read more
    about the benefits of living in Finland and VTT’s support for
    relocation .

**Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds! **Please send 
your CV and application via our recruitment system as soon as possible 
but*at the latest by January 18th 2026. *A security clearance procedure 
is conducted during the recruitment process.

*Interested and want to hear more? *For further information, please 
contact Research Team Leader Francesco Cosco ( Francesco.cosco at vtt.fi )

*We look forward to hearing from you! *

*VTT *VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. 
We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of 
our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the 
obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological 
innovations. We have 80 years of experience in cutting-edge research and 
science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and 
business come together.

VTT – beyond the obvious.

Location: Tietotie 3

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