Updated on 18 May 2026
In its Call for Applications 3 February-2 March 2026, the Tampere IAS recruited nine (9) Postdoctoral Research Fellows and six (6) Senior Research Fellows.
The duration of the Postdoctoral Fellowships is two years, 1 Sept 2026-31 Aug 2028, and that of the Senior Fellowships three years, 1 Sept 2026-31 Aug 2029.
Applications for these Research Fellowships were evaluated based on the scientific quality and the ambition of the proposed work plans as presented in the application materials. Work plans were assessed against the following key evaluation criteria:
- High scientific quality and innovativeness
- Feasibility
Academic achievement was taken into account, assessed in relation to the length of the applicant’s past research career.
The Selection Committee of the Tampere IAS first shortlisted the applications – the applications were evaluated in three subpanels according to the focus areas of Tampere University: technology, health, and society.
The shortlisted applications were then assessed by external expert reviewers. In assessing scientific quality, they took into account the characteristics of each scientific field.
Based on the external experts’ assessments, the Selection Committee nominated the candidates and made a proposal to the President of Tampere University, who appoints the Fellows.
In 2026, the appointment decision was signed by the President of Tampere University on 13 May 2026.
Administratively, all the appointed Research Fellows will be members of the faculties of Tampere University.
Please check the details and instructions in the job postings carefully.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, we recommend that you read our FAQ page first.
If any questions remain, please contact us at:
Juha Teperi, Director, +358 40 513 3714
Marjukka Virkajärvi, Coordinator, +358 50 318 6697