Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Tutkijatohtori (Deep Learning for Machine and Robot Perception)

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on deep learning methodologies for machine and robot perception. The position is funded by the Horizon Europe project OPERA (Open Perception, Learning, and Decision-Making Toolbox for General Purpose Robot AI), and the selected applicant will be a member of the Signal Analysis and Machine Intelligence group led by Professor Moncef Gabbouj, and closely collaborate with the Machine Intelligence group led by Professor Alexandros Iosifidis, on achieving the goals and objectives of Tampere University team within the project.

The position is full-time starting from November 1st, 2026, until the end of the project September 30th, 2030. In case a selected applicant starts later than the start of the project, the duration of the position will be adjusted to end at the end of the project. The position is placed in the Unit of Computing Sciences within Tampere University's Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences. The workplace is located at Hervanta Campus of Tampere University, Finland.

Job Description

The postdoctoral researcher fellow at Tampere University will propose and develop novel deep learning methodologies, disseminate their results in high-quality publications in international conferences and journals, interact with project partners in project activities, integrate their methodologies and related baselines to the toolbox of the project. The selected postdoctoral researcher fellow will also be responsible for the project deliverables related to the tasks below, arranging and attending period meetings with the researchers in the team and in the consortium, publishing high-quality papers in relevant conferences and journals. The research topics for the selected applicant are the following:

Efficient human-centric active perception and learning Social signal analysis and collaborative learning Learning for increased robustness to variations and adaptationActive sensor fusion for increased robustness and adaptivity

In addition, the duties of the postdoctoral researcher fellow may include some teaching tasks (5-10 %) in topics connected to their expertise.

A completed doctoral degree in computer science, computer engineering, or another related fieldProven expertise in Machine Learning theory and methods, and related Deep Learning approachesExcellent knowledge of programming in Python and scientific libraries used for Deep Learning (PyTorch or TensorFlow). Ability to work using multiple Deep Learning librariesAbility to pursue independent scholarly activity and lead systematic scientific research related to the design of Deep Learning methods and modelsA curious mind and solid skills in critical thinking and problem solvingVery good communication skills in English, and ability to lead and collaborate in multidisciplinary teamsAbility to write research papers in high-quality peer-reviewed journals or conferences in the field of Machine Learning and Computer Vision

WE OFFER

The full-time position will be filled for a fixed-term period starting from November 1st, 2026 until the end of the project September 30th, 2030. In case a selected applicant starts later than the start of the project, the duration of the position will be adjusted to end at the end of the project.

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a postdoctoral researcher fellow is placed on level 5 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for a postdoctoral researcher fellow is 4000-4200 EUR/month. The salary increases based on performance.

As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University. You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community - our academic playground.

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How To Apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is Monday, October 12th, 2026 (at 23:59 EEST / UTC +3). Please submit your application and all the accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format.

Please Attach Only The Following Documents To Your Application

Curriculum vitaeFree-form application letter including 1) a brief statement of how you meet the criteria for this position, and 2) description of your research interests in the scope of the postdoctoral researcher fellow position described above. This letter should be max. 2 pages long, font 12.List of publicationsPDF copies of your Doctorate, Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates, including transcripts of all university records (in Finnish or English).Other relevant documents that support your application, e.g. your doctoral thesis, the most relevant publications regarding the call (max. 4). Please include a list of 3 referees.

For More Information, Please Contact

Professor Moncef Gabbouj, moncef.gabbouj@tuni.fi

Professor Alexandros Iosifidis, alexandros.iosifidis@tuni.fi

Tampereen yliopisto ja Tampereen ammattikorkeakoulu muodostavat yhdessä Suomen toiseksi suurimman monitieteisen, innostavan ja vaikuttavan tutkimus- ja oppimisyhteisön. Korkeakouluyhteisömme osaamiskärjet ovat tekniikka, terveys ja yhteiskunta. Lue lisää: www.tuni.fi

Tampereen yliopistossa on haettavana tutkijatohtorin tehtävä (Deep Learning for Machine and Robot Perception).

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Lue tarkemmat tiedot tehtävästä ja hakuohjeet yllä olevasta englanninkielisestä ilmoituksesta. Jätäthän hakemuksesi yliopiston sähköisellä hakulomakkeella (linkki löytyy tämän ilmoituksen alta). Hakuaika tehtävään päättyy 12.10.2026, klo 23:59.