Postdoctoral fellowship in Industrial engineering with a focus on data science in advanced production

1 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Linnaeus University

Research Field

Engineering » Industrial engineering
Engineering » Mechanical engineering

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Sweden

Application Deadline

28 Feb 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

613--1-7799

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Welcome to Linnaeus University! Here you'll meet 2 200 staff members and 40 000 students, all united in following the vision to set knowledge in motion for a sustainable societal development. With us, research and education are conducted with an eye towards the future. Our proximity to the business world, both locally and globally, gives us a wide reach and the ability to create change that makes an impact. All that's needed is a place where ideas have the space to meet and grow. That's what we've created – and you are invited.

Change starts here!

The Faculty of Technology strives to ensure that Linnaeus University's vision permeates all activities, with a focus on the keywords: Attractive knowledge environment, Excellent research, social drive, and Global values. The Faculty of Technology has broad operations spanning ten different departments through which Linnaeus University provides education and conducts research.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is part of the knowledge environment of advanced materials and is also involved in the Linnaeus University Centre for Data Intensive Sciences and Applications (DISA), which is one of Linnaeus University's leading research environments. The department conducts research in the areas of applied mechanics, maintenance systems, quality systems, and production systems. The research is carried out in close collaboration with other departments and the industry. The department offers engineering programs in mechanical engineering and industrial engineering at the undergraduate level and a master’s program in simulation-driven product development at the advanced level. The department is in a phase of expansion.

We are looking for a postdoctoral fellowship to contribute to a pioneering ERDF (European Regional Development Fund) project focused on the automation and digitalization of manufacturing.

Subject area for the position: Mechanical engineering
Location until further notice: Växjö
Terms and hours: 100% position for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension.
Starting date: Starting date as agreed upon.

Job description
The postdoctoral position is part of the Smart Dat project (https://lnu.se/en/research/research-projects/project-smart-dat/ ), focused on supporting small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector in their transition towards more automated and digitalized processes. As a postdoctoral you will be part of a vibrant research team aiming to revolutionize the manufacturing domain through cutting-edge technology and innovation. In this project we aim to enhance automation and digitalization for SMEs in the manufacturing sector within the Linnaeus region. The project’s objectives are to strengthen innovation, provide increased access to applied research, and thereby boost productivity and competitiveness among SMEs.

The project focuses on knowledge enhancement and promotes technology adoption in an existing demonstration facility. By facilitating long-term investments, it prepares SMEs to effectively address future challenges, recognize opportunities in automation and digitization, and navigate global competition and societal shifts.

The domain for this position is industrial engineering, and the focus area is the automation and digitalization of manufacturing. The key responsibilities could include:

• Conduct applied research in digitalization within the manufacturing sector, with a focus on developing and implementing innovative solutions for SMEs.
• Collaborate in the design and execution of experiments and projects within the project’s demonstration facility, showcasing the application of new technologies and practices.
• Perform data analysis, employing advanced analytics and visualization techniques to derive insights from multi-dimensional data, including production metrics and sensor data.
• Conduct financial analysis, for example, cost-benefit analyses, investment evaluation for automation and digitalization solutions, and related areas, offering SMEs clear, actionable guidance for their investment decisions.
• Contribute to the development of educational materials and programs aimed at upskilling SME employees in the relevant technological areas.
• Actively participate in the Smart Dat project team, contributing to internal and external networking, knowledge sharing, and project dissemination activities.
• Conduct high quality research and publish findings in top conferences and journals, as well as assist in teaching and mentorship when needed.

Qualifications
In accordance with the postdoctoral agreement, applicants who were awarded their degree no more than three years prior to the last application date for the present position should be considered first.

An applicant must not previously have been employed as a postdoc for more than a year within the same or a related subject area at Linnaeus University.

The following are the qualifications for this vacancy:

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field such as Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree in the aforementioned areas.

For full work description and information about requirements and assessment criterias, please read more and apply at: lnu.se .

Welcome with your application no later than February 29, 2024.

 

Requirements

Research Field

Technology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Engineering » Industrial engineering

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Engineering » Mechanical engineering

Years of Research Experience

None

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Linnaeus University

Country

Sweden

City

Växjö

Postal Code

35252

Street

Linnéuniversitetet

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://lnu.se/en/meet-linnaeus-university/work-at-the-university/?rmpage=job&r…

Contact

City

Växjö

Street

Linnéuniversitetet

Postal Code

35252

STATUS: EXPIRED