PhD student in Industriel systems

Mälardalen University (MDU) is the youngest university in Sweden. In line with our vision, to be a progressive and collaborative University where we shape a sustainable future together, we wish to make a difference.

Do you want to be involved and contribute to our development?

Together, we can create a sustainable future through knowledge and innovation. We believe that knowledge and new perspectives are best attained and reached together in collaboration with others – our colleagues, students, the private and public sectors, both nationally and internationally

At the School of Innovation, Design and Engineering our students are studying to be for example innovators, entrepreneurs, illustrators, information designers, network technicians and engineers. We have five research specializations with different research profiles and research schools. Our work takes place in cooperation with and in strategic agreements with companies, organisations and public authorities in the region.

Employment: Temporary employment Scope: Full time Number of positions: 1 Closing date for application: 11 december 2024 Campus location: Eskilstuna School: School of Innovation, Design and Engineering, (IDT)

Access to third-cycle courses and study programmes at a higher education education as well as basic eligibility requirements and assessment criteria, are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 7 §§ 34–41(SFS 1993:100). More information about third-cycle studies at MDU

A full-time employment as a doctoral student is attached to this third-cycle studies which corresponds to four years.

The position primarily involves doctoral studies where the candidate, independently but with support from supervisors, will plan and conduct scientific studies in the field of trustworthy production. The integration of new digital technologies is changing how we work with and perceive the trustworthiness of smart production systems, making it important to increase trust in the technology

The doctoral education includes literature studies, empirical studies, scientific writing of articles and dissertations, dissemination and oral presentation of research results, as well as attending doctoral courses. An important part of dissemination will be contributing to the development of demonstrators and actively working with industrial applications in close collaboration with industrial partners.

As a doctoral student, you are expected to take responsibility for planning and conducting your studies, take initiatives to develop your ideas and knowledge, and collaborate with others both within and outside academia. Teaching or other assignments may be included in the position up to a maximum of 20%.

The position is part of the research project Trusted Production, where we will collaborate with researchers between computer science and industrial production development. As a doctoral student, you will also be part of the Production Development research group, where you are expected to contribute to the group's development.

For basic eligibility, the following is required:

Specific eligibility requirements include having the following:

You must have excellent oral and written communication skills in English at the level required to perform tasks in research and teaching. Specifically, the ability to write scientifically is crucial. Knowledge and understanding of industrial operations and their needs and challenges.

Prior to employment, consideration must be given to the ability to assimilate third-cycle courses and study programmes at a higher education.

For this position, particular attention will be paid to the following;

In an overall assessment of suitability, emphasis is also placed on personal abilities. All employees at MDU are expected to cooperate and treat colleagues and students with respect, take responsibility for the organisation and their own work duties and contribute to a positive work environment. For this position, we are looking for someone who can collaborate with individuals at various levels both within and outside academia, such as students, colleagues, and industry representatives.

We value the qualities that an even distribution of age and gender, as well as ethnic and cultural diversity, can contribute to the organization.

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The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and will reach the University no later than closing date for application.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Union representatives:

Saco-S [email protected] Susanne Meijer ST-OFR/S, tel: 021-10 14 89

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Linn Gustafsson

Head of division

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Jessica Bruch

Professor i Productionssystem

016-15 32 19

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