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<h2 class="text-heading-large"> About the job </h2>
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<p dir="ltr"> <span><strong>Are you passionate about shaping
the future of XR and AI, and looking for a postdoctoral
opportunity to deepen your expertise? Do you want to
conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of
immersive technologies and intelligent systems? 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<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><strong>here</strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><strong>!<span><br>
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</span></strong></span>VTT is one of the leading applied
research organisations 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 60 different nationalities is
focused on creating impact through science-based innovation.
Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra .<span><br>
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</span><span><strong>We are now looking for a Postdoctoral
Researcher to join our Smart Immersive Industrial
Solutions team for a fixed-term three-year contract in
Tampere!<span><br>
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</span></strong></span>VTT started a Postdoc programme in
2023 to develop new ways to support scientific excellence and
to strengthen career paths from universities to VTT. We want
to provide development opportunities for recent university
PhDs in applied research and industry collaboration. As a
Postdoctoral Researcher at VTT, you are able to 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.<span><br>
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</span>In this Postdoctoral Researcher position, you will play
a key role in advancing the integration of Artificial
Intelligence (AI), including Large Language Models (LLMs) and
Machine Learning (ML), into XR (AR/VR) environments. The goal
is to develop intelligent digital twins that can support and
accelerate the creation of immersive XR solutions. Your
research will focus on backend intelligence—how AI can
automate, simplify, and enhance the development of digital
twins and XR environments.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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</span>You will explore how generative AI and LLMs can be used
to:<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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<li>Automate the generation of digital twin components and XR
content.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Interpret domain knowledge and transform it into
structured, interactive models.<span class="white-space-pre">
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<li>Enable adaptive, intelligent behavior in digital twins.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Reduce the cost and complexity of creating and maintaining
immersive environments.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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Whether your interest lies in building AI-powered tools for XR
development or designing AI applications that operate within XR
environments, this position offers the opportunity to work on
cutting-edge, unsolved challenges in a highly interdisciplinary
setting.<span><br>
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</span>Our Smart Immersive Industrial Solutions team contributes
to innovation landscape by developing intelligent XR systems,
human-robot interaction technologies, and AI-driven digital
twins. We work at the intersection of AI, robotics, and
immersive technologies. We develop smart immersive solutions
that enhance and enable new forms of interaction in digital and
physical environments. Our work supports VTT’s broader mission
of solving global challenges through science and technology by
enabling smarter, more sustainable, and more human-centric
solutions.<span><br>
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</span>Read more about our research:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.vttresearch.com/en/ourservices/spatial-computing-extended-reality">https://www.vttresearch.com/en/ourservices/spatial-computing-extended-reality</a><span><br>
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</span><span><strong><span><strong>Your responsibilities as a
Postdoctoral Researcher:<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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<li>Conduct high-quality research on the integration of
AI/LLMs/ML into XR and digital twin systems.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept tools using
Unity, Python, and open-source AI frameworks.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and industry
partners on applied research projects.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Publish research findings in high-impact journals and
conferences.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Contribute to project proposals and funding
applications.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Supervise or mentor junior researchers and interns.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Actively participate in knowledge dissemination and
community engagement.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Explore commercialization opportunities for research
outcomes.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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</span><span><strong><span><strong>Who we are looking for:</strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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<li>You have completed your doctoral degree (within the last
5 years) in computer science, AI, XR, or a closely related
field. (Please include your list of publications in your
application)<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>You have experience in XR development (preferably with
Unity) or in fine-tuning LLMs and generative AI models.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>You are proficient in Python and/or Unity and
comfortable working with open-source tools (please include
your GitHub in your application).<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>You have a strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and
their practical applications.<span class="white-space-pre">
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<li>You have excellent communication skills in English, both
written and spoken.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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</span><span><strong><span><strong>As a person, we hope that you
are:</strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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<li>A curious and creative thinker who enjoys exploring new
technologies and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible
with AI and XR.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Comfortable working across disciplines, combining
insights from computer science, design, AI, XR, robotics,
and human factors to solve complex problems.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Passionate about making a real-world impact through
applied research and innovation.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Self-driven and proactive, capable of managing your own
research agenda while contributing to shared project
goals.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Resilient and solution-oriented, able to navigate
ambiguity and technical challenges with a positive
mindset.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>An open-minded and innovative person with a vision of
longer-term research needs and willing to learn more about
project proposals and applying for funding.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>You are eager to work with new topics and methods, even
out of your comfort zone to achieve the set ambitious
goals.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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</span><span><strong><span><strong>With VTT, you’ll enjoy:</strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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<li>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.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Support for your postdoc research. During your
postdoctoral term, we offer training in project
management, scientific writing, communication, and
commercialisation. You’ll have the opportunity collaborate
with industry on projects, access our research
infrastructure and internal support services, explore
interdisciplinary research, and secure funding for your
postdoc term. At VTT, you’ll enjoy flexibility and
independence in your work, with a blend of academic
research and engaging customer projects for an exciting
career path.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>Open culture of innovation. We have over 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.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></li>
<li>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.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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</span><span><strong><span><strong>Apply now and join our
community of brilliant minds!</strong></span><span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><br>
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</span></strong></span>Please send your CV and application
via our recruitment system as soon as possible but<span class="white-space-pre"> </span><span><strong>at the latest
by 31</strong></span><span><strong>st</strong></span><span><strong><span class="white-space-pre"> </span>of August 2025.<span class="white-space-pre"> </span></strong></span>We will
process applications as they come in, and fill in the position
as soon as we find the right candidate. A security clearance
procedure may be conducted during the recruitment process.<span><br>
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</span><span><strong>Interested and want to hear more?<span><br>
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</span></strong></span>For further information, please
contact Research Team Leader, Nikhil Pratap Pachhandara,
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:nikhil.pachhandara@vtt.fi">nikhil.pachhandara@vtt.fi</a> , +358 40 835 0441 on 6th August, 2025
14:00 – 15:00 or 12th August, 2025 15:00 – 16:00.<span><br>
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</span><span><strong><span><strong>We look forward to hearing
from you!<span><br>
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</span></strong></span></strong></span>This postdoc
position is part of Postdoctoral Programme for Research
Institutes. The Programme has been granted 40 million euros in
funding based on the Finnish government's multi-annual research
and development (R&D) funding plan. This funding enables
recruitment of 85 PhD-level experts to 12 Finnish government
research institutes between 2025 and 2028. The aim of the
Programme is to strengthen RDI competence in areas important to
society and business . Postdoctoral researcher will conduct
goal-oriented high-level research at the interface between the
academic community, industry and administration. The Programme
supports postdoctoral researcher’s networking and mobility
between sectors.<span><br>
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</span><span><strong>VTT<span><br>
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</span></strong></span>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.<span><br>
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</span>VTT – beyond the obvious.<span><br>
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</span>Location: Visiokatu 4, Tampere
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