Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13 000 students, 400 professors, and more than 4 500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

The School of Chemical Engineering is one of the six schools of Aalto University. It combines natural sciences and engineering in a unique way.

We are now looking for a

Master’s Thesis Worker in Textile Coloration with Bio-Based Dyes

Your role and objectives

We are looking for a motivated Master’s student to conduct their M.Sc. thesis in the field of textile coloration using bio-based dyes at the department of Bioproducts and Biosystems (Bio2). This research focuses on sustainable alternatives to synthetic textile dyes, utilizing dyes extracted from agricultural and forest waste streams (e.g., lingonberry, spruce, nettle).  The project is supported by Aalto BioInnovation Center and Natural Resources Institute Finland (LUKE).

The laboratory work includes:

• Dye and fabric characterization

• Textile printing

• Assessment of fastness properties (wash, rub, and light fastness)

You will conduct your research within the Textile Chemistry research group at Aalto University, under the supervision of Prof. Ali Tehrani, and an advisor from LUKE. As part of a multicultural research team, strong written and verbal English skills are essential.

The preferred starting date is as soon as possible, and the position may be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. The employment contract will be made for seven months with 75 % working time.

The position is open to Aalto University M.Sc. students who have completed all coursework. Priority will be given to students with a strong academic record and prior experience in textile coloration.

Your background and skills

Requirements:

• B.Sc. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, science, or design

• Completed all coursework

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)

• Good laboratory skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in textile coloration

• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Ready to apply?

If you are excited about sustainable textile coloration, we encourage you to apply!

To apply for the position, please submit the following application materials through the ’Apply now’ link at the latest on 9.3.2025.

The application should include the following (in English and as a single pdf file):

• Cover letter

• CV

• Study transcripts

Aalto University’s employees and visitors should apply for the position via the internal HR system Workday (keyword Find Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions).

For more information

For additional information, please contact Professor Ali Tehrani (ali.tehrani@aalto.fi).

Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.

More about Aalto University:

Aalto.fi
youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity
linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/
www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity
instagram.com/aaltouniversity
twitter.com/aaltouniversity

To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here.

Please see more of our Open Positions here.