Postdoc: Smart & Portable Automation Research

Mälardalens Universitet; Eskilstuna kommun; On-site; SEK 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mälardalens Universitet is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the field of smart and portable automation. This role emphasizes research independence and collaboration with industry partners, with a maximum contract period of 3 years.

The successful candidate will engage in innovative research, develop automation methods and participate in both research and limited teaching responsibilities, making significant contributions to the research group.

Qualifications

• PhD degree awarded no more than three years before application period.
• No prior postdoctoral position at MDU exceeding one year.
• Documented experience in experimental research.
• Ability to work independently throughout the research process.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out scientific studies in smart and portable automation.
• Participate in project meetings, workshops, and joint activities.
• Contribute to scientific writing and dissemination of research results.
• Engage actively in industrial applications.
• Teach or perform departmental duties up to 20%.

Skills

Experimental research

Industrial robots

Collaborative robots

Portable robotic platforms

Control systems programming

Education

PhD degree in Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation or similar

Tools

PLC

Python

C/C++

MATLAB

ROS

Job description

Mälardalens Universitet is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the field of smart and portable automation. This role emphasizes research independence and collaboration with industry partners, with a maximum contract period of 3 years.

The successful candidate will engage in innovative research, develop automation methods and participate in both research and limited teaching responsibilities, making significant contributions to the research group.