Senior Scientist, Materials Processing and Circular Solutions

Join our expert team to shape the future of digitalization. We are looking for a forward-thinking specialist in data flows, AI-driven solutions, and intelligent process automation. If you are ready to turn ideas into impact and grow with us, VTT might be just the place for you.

VTT is a forerunner in research, development and innovation, and one of Europe's leading research organizations. We develop cutting-edge technologies and transform them into growth together with our customers and partners. Our solutions address the greatest challenges of our time while creating sustainable growth, jobs and wellbeing. With more than 80 years of experience, we accelerate the journey from innovation to impact. By thinking beyond the obvious, we drive growth, renewal and resilience.

We are now looking for Senior Scientist to join our materials processing and circular solutions team.

In this role, you will apply your expertise in data flows, AI-driven solutions and intelligent process automation to advance polymer recycling. You will contribute to major EU, Business Finland and other jointly funded research projects, coordinate project preparation with our team, and help unlock the full potential of our state-of-the-art polymer recycling pilot infrastructure. Working across the plastics recycling value chain, you will collaborate with experienced colleagues, partners and customers, share new ideas, and help shape the future of the industry

We have a healthy work culture where you can be yourself, share your views, and improve things without fear of making mistakes - that's what makes the work truly meaningful.

Your new Team Leader Marjaana Mussalo-

Our team is located in VTT's Industrial Chemistry research area and focuses on development of thermoplastic materials, their processing, and sensor-, spectroscopy- and software-enabled process control methods. The target is to create sustainable materials and products with high performance and increase circularity. We have