Kamui Kobayashi has been named as one of Sauber's drivers for the 2010 season.
The Japanese driver made his F1 debut for Toyota earlier in the year, having replaced the injured Timo Glock for the final two races of the season.
It was believed that Kobayashi would have been given a drive at Toyota next year had the manufacturer remained in the sport, but he has secured a seat despite their exit, with impressive performances in Brazil and Abu Dhabi enough to convince Peter Sauber of his talents.
"Particularly in the Abu Dhabi race he demonstrated not only that he can drive fast and aggressively, but also his ability to successfully implement a strategy," Sauber said.
"I am convinced he has a great deal of potential and will be able to make the most of it in our team."
Not surprisingly the 23-year-old Kobayashi is delighted to have secured his immediate future in F1.
"I am very happy that my two races in 2009 have earned me a cockpit place," Kobayashi said in a statement.
"I will do my very best for Peter Sauber's team and I am proud to be able to carry on flying the Japanese flag in Formula One."
The identity of Kobayashi's team-mate is yet to be confirmed, with former Sauber driver Nick Heidfeld linked with a return to the Swiss team.
