The Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) is a leading European competence centre on assessment and sustainable use of geological resources. We provide expertise that serves the interests of our clients, stakeholders and society as a whole. Working closely with our clients and partners, we create solutions that lead to new technologies and business areas, while promote sustainable growth.
GTK is an expert organisation under Finland’s Ministry of Employment and the Economy. We are effectively engaged in tasks at the local, national and international level.
The Geological Survey of Finland is seeking a geologist for a permanent position at the Ore and Industrial Minerals unit. The location will be Espoo, Kuopio or Rovaniemi.
You will be responsible for contributing to the planning and implementation of bedrock raw material studies with other experts in Finland and internationally. You will also take part in preparing and implementing paid assignments and co-financed studies as well as international duties. We expect you to have an advanced academic degree in geology suitable for the post. Fluent oral and written English skills are essential for the post. Finnish and other language skills are an advantage. We appreciate hands-on expertise and experience acquired through international jobs and we expect you to be ready to travel internationally if required. Experience of ore-geological and structural mapping of the bedrock and 3D modelling is an advantage. As for program skills, command of Surpac, Leapfrog, ArcGis and QGIS is an advantage. The job requires cooperation skills, good interaction skills and high work motivation.
We may conduct a personal background check of the person selected to the job, if the person allows it (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). For more information about the security clearance process and the rights of the subject of the background check, visit www.supo.fi.
We offer challenging and interesting tasks in an international environment and good chances to both utilise and develop your professional skills. We care for our employees’ well-being through our exhaustive occupational health services and wide range of activities that support well-being at work.
The salary will be determined by requirement class VL 8-9 and by the competence of the person appointed to the post. The overall salary upon start of employment is approximately EUR 3,360 – 4,060 per month.
Applications – Closing date 20 August 2018
Additional information: Geologist Markku Tiainen, tel. +358 29 503 2557 and the Head of Unit Pasi Heino, tel. +358 29 503 3440.
Please send your application with your motivation letter and CV by 16:15 p.m. (EET) on 20 August 2018 to the Geological Survey of Finland by mail: P.O. Box 96, 02151 Espoo, Finland (street address: Betonimiehenkuja 4) or by e-mail: gtk@gtk.fi. Please mark your e-mail or mail with “Geologist, MTM”.
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We are seeking a Senior Scientist to develop our know-how and R&I activities related to applied geophysics, with the aim of creating new innovations and customer-oriented applications for mineral exploration, mining, civil engineering, various cleantech solutions, and geological modelling, in general. Further main tasks for the successful applicant will be to initiate, prepare and lead national and international R&I projects funded through competitive financing, and to implement competence development in geophysics at GTK.
The competence and abilities we seek are:
A Senior Scientist is expected to have a PhD in geophysics and he/she should have a good research record and experience in R&I activities related to applied geophysics. Alternatively the position may be filled with a person having the degree of Lic. or M.Sc and having a long international research record and proven experience on demanding project work. We would, particularly, appreciate physics-oriented expertise in electromagnetic and/or potential field methods applied to various fields in economic geology and geological modelling. Deep knowledge and practical experience in electric methods and environmental studies will be a benefit. A good understanding and experience in using various geophysical techniques, instruments and interpretation tools is necessary for the job. The capability of coding or developing methodology is an advantage.
The appointment is located at one of our offices in Espoo (Helsinki capital region), Kuopio or Rovaniemi. We offer a modern, well-equipped working environment with competent, internationally oriented and highly trained personnel.
The benefits of the job include a working week of 36,45 hours with daily flexibility, generous annual holidays and a healthcare and pension plan. Beginning salary will be between 3 810–4 590 euros/month depending on experience and qualifications.
We may conduct a personal background check of the person selected to the office or the job, if the person allows it (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). For more information about the security clearance process and the rights of the subject of the background check, visit www.supo.fi.
Applications – Closing date 17 August 2018
For more information about the position, please contact Prof. Pekka Nurmi (Director, Science and Innovations), e-mail pekka.nurmi@gtk.fi (tel. +358 40 5045236), or Mr. Heikki Forss (Head of Unit, Applied Geophysics), e-mail heikki.forss@gtk.fi (tel. +358 40 7431021).
Please send your application with your motivation letter and CV by 16:15 p.m. (EET) on 17 August 2018 to the Geological Survey of Finland by e-mail: gtk@gtk.fi; or by mail: P.O. Box 96, 02151 Espoo, Finland. Please mark your e-mail or mail with “Senior Scientist in Applied Geophysics”.
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Mineral Processing and Materials Research unit of the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) is one of the leading mineral processing research facilities globally.
We are seeking a highly motivated research/senior scientist to join our Mineral Processing and Materials Research unit. The position will be located in GTK’s Outokumpu office (GTK Mintec).
Your task will be to work as a mineral processing specialist and project manager, both in commercial and jointly-funded projects, in collaboration with other experts of the Pilot Plant team. Projects are typically orientated mainly for the mineral processing, environmental and chemicals industry. In addition, you will also take part in developing the digitalization infrastructure of the pilot plant.
The applicant is expected to have a MSc or PhD degree in mineral processing, process technology or other related field. Past experience in the mineral processing field is essential. The task requires a good skills of English, both spoken and written. Ability to communicate in Finnish language is an advantage. To be successful in the position, we require someone with good interpersonal and organizational skills. A diverse knowledge of the mining industry is desirable. Earlier experience in hydrometallurgy is a bonus. We expect a readiness for travel due to GTK’s broad participation in international projects.
We offer a high-level infrastructure with skilled, internationally-oriented and highly trained personnel. GTK’s Mineral Processing and Materials unit is specialized in working closely with mining companies, equipment suppliers and engineering offices. The Pilot Plant is a unique testing infrastructure in terms of scale and variety of materials. Operations include the whole research chain from crushing to dewatering.
The benefits of the job include a working week of 36,45 hours with daily flexibility, generous annual holidays and a healthcare and pension plan.
The position is permanent, starting 1st of October 2018 upon applicant’s availability. Beginning salary will be between 3 360–4 060 euros/month depending on experience and qualifications.
We may conduct a personal background check of the person selected to the job (by the permission of the applicant, Security Clearance Act 726/2014). For more background about the security clearance process and the rights of the subject of the background check, visit www.supo.fi.
Applications – Closing date 24 August 2018
For more information, please contact Mr. Arno Kirpala, Chief of Pilot Plant, Tel. +358 (0)29 503 5860, email: arno-matti.kirpala@gtk.fi and Mr. Tapio Knuutinen, Senior Scientist, Tel. +358 (0)29 503 5831, email: tapio.knuutinen@gtk.fi
Please send your application with your motivation letter and CV by 16:15 p.m. (EET) on 24 August 2018 to the Geological Survey of Finland by e-mail: gtk@gtk.fi; or by mail: P.O. Box 96, 02151 Espoo, Finland or by valtiolle.fi (ID: 32-397-2018). Please mark your e-mail or mail with ‘’Research Scientist / Senior Scientist (Pilot Plant/ Mineral Processing and Materials Research’’
