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Doctoral Researcher in Transport Studies

Aalto University

Aalto University is recruiting a fully funded doctoral researcher in transport studies for the CO-SPACES research project on urban street-space governance and equity.

Otaniemi, Espoo, FinlandStarting salary EUR 3,143 gross per month.

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Vacancy terms

Career stage
Doctoral researcher
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Contract
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Original contract term
Fully funded for four years, initially a two-year contract with possible extension following midterm review
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Salary
Starting salary EUR 3,143 gross per month.
Department or school
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Posted
6 Jul 2026
Role

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on urban street-space governance and equity.
  • Publish research, participate in conferences, contribute to proposals, and support master’s thesis advising.
Candidate profile

Qualifications and requirements

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in transport studies, urban planning, policy studies, sociology, or another relevant governance field.
  • Strong analytical skills and interest in urban transport systems and governance.

Requirements

  • Fluent written and spoken English.
  • Eligibility for Aalto’s Doctoral Programme in Engineering.
Application

Documents and steps

Documents

  1. Motivation letter
  2. PhD research outline
  3. Master’s thesis summary
  4. Curriculum vitae
  5. Transcript of studies
  6. Master’s degree certificate

Steps

  1. Review the CO-SPACES doctoral research requirements.

  2. Prepare the motivation letter, CV, research outline, master’s thesis summary, degree certificate, and transcript.

  3. Submit through Aalto University Workday by 1 September 2026.

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