1-2 Doctoral Researchers to Intelligent Work Machines field

22 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Turku

Research Field

Computer science » Other
Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Engineering » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Finland

Application Deadline

15 Apr 2024 - 13:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

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

No

Offer Description

Applicable Master's degrees: mechanical engineering, mechatronics, automation or other relevant field.

Do you want to help shape the future of intelligent work machines?

The positions are part of the Intelligent Work Machines (IWM) doctoral education pilot, funded by the Ministry of Education and Culture, which will start on 1 August, 2024. The IWM programme includes 31 doctoral researcher positions at five Finnish universities: Aalto University, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology, Tampere University, University of Oulu, and University of Turku. More information about the IWM programme at https://www.tuni.fi/iwm .

The IWM programme aims to provide doctoral training and applied research on intelligent work machines. The research seeks to develop and apply state-of-the-art methods, typically simulation or data-based, in robotics, mechatronics, machine design, machine dynamics, control theory, software technologies, real-time computing, human-machine interaction, communication, vehicle engineering, machine learning, robotic learning, and business models related to intelligent machines to improve the safety, economic viability, and environmental sustainability of work machines.

Job description

We are now looking for doctoral researchers for a three-year fixed-term contract, funded by the national IWM doctoral education pilot. If the applicant does not have the right to study for a doctoral degree at the University of Turku, they must apply for the right to study for a doctoral degree during the 2024 application periods via the Studyinfo.fi -service.  Doctoral researchers for this position must be studying for a doctoral degree in the Faculty of Technology (DPT ). Prerequisites for admission and Proof of language skills see How to Apply for Doctoral Training.

The position cannot be filled by an individual who has already completed a doctoral degree or has been granted the right to study for a doctoral degree before November 1, 2023. The doctoral researcher position requires residence in Finland.

The potential doctoral supervisor is Associate Professor Wallace Moreira Bessa , Head of the Smart Systems research group. You can learn more about Smart Systems at https://utu.fi/smartsystems/ .

The current vacancies will focus on the following research themes related to IWM's objectives:

Intelligent control schemes for dynamically changing environments

Sensor data fusion for multimodal robotic learning

The doctoral researcher's tasks include conducting their own doctoral research and completing doctoral courses. In addition, the position will involve other tasks related to the IWM programme.

The target time for completing a doctoral degree is three years.

The position starts on 1.8.2024, or by mutual agreement. The funding is for three years, which is the intended duration of the PhD program.

Who we are looking for

A Master's degree in a field relevant to the research topics (mechanical engineering, mechatronics, automation or other relevant field) is required.

Applicants must have completed a higher education degree or otherwise demonstrated the ability to pursue postgraduate studies and complete a doctoral degree according to the research plan.

Experience in research and development of control schemes and/or sensor data fusion algorithms within the scope of mechanical/mechatronic systems is considered an advantage.

The doctoral researcher position requires residence in Finland.

Our workplace values equality and diversity, and therefore, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our open positions.

 

Benefits

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic and international environment. You will be supported by a professional and inspiring team and a group of experienced supervisors. In your work, you will become part of a wide network of doctoral researchers, researchers, and supervisors within the IWM programme. We care about your well-being and the functionality of your everyday life through flexible working hours and our well-being services.

Please read more about University of Turku as an employee from our Come work with us! pages.

The European Commission has awarded the University of Turku the right to use the HR Excellence in Research logo . The logo is a token of the University's commitment to continuous development of the position and working conditions of researchers according to the guidelines set forth in the European Charter for Researchers.

The university offers good support and orientation for international hires. Please learn more about the Finnish culture and relocation to Finland:

• City of Turku ,
• Welcome visitor ,
• Career in Southwest Finland ,
• International House of Turku
• Working culture: infoFinland.fi
• This is Finland
• Careers in Southwest Finland
• Finland - a superpower of education and innovations | University of Turku (utu.fi)

Salary and trial period

The salaries are determined in accordance with the University salary system for teaching and research personnel. It consists of a task-specific salary component and a personal performance salary component. The task-specific salary component of a doctoral researcher is at level 2–4, depending the progress of the doctoral project. The personal performance component, added on top of the task-specific base salary is also paid. For a doctoral researcher, the salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be approximately 2500–3300 €/month, depending on the progress of the doctoral project. The position has a probationary period of six months.

How to apply

Please submit your application through our electronic recruitment system by April 15, 2024, at 4 p.m. (EET). The application link can be found on the University's website at the beginning of the advertisement ("Apply for this job ").

Applicants must include in their application:

• Curriculum vitae
• Motivation letter including the research themes you plan to address in your doctoral research and a brief description of the research question that interests you (in English)
• Degree certificates
• Any other documents relevant to fulfilling the requirements of the position

Please remember to include all the above-mentioned annexes with your application, as they are important for the evaluation of your application.

Further information

For further information about the IWM doctoral researcher position, please contact Associate Professor Wallace Moreira Bessa ([email protected] ).

For questions related to the application process, contact Head of Faculty Administration, Sanna Hirvola ([email protected] ).

For questions related to the doctoral training, contact Doctoral Programme Coordinator, Nina Lehtimäki ([email protected] ).

IWM – Intelligent Work Machines

Digitalization, electrification, and autonomy are propelling the machine industry toward a disruptive transformation towards intelligent machinery. Real-world machines are being demonstrated around the globe in environments such as indoor and outdoor worksites (mines, airports, and harbors), urban spaces (roads and cities), and in nature (forests, air, and sea) for applications such as land moving, fire rescue, and transportation of goods and people.

The IWM programme educates new generations of professionals to the doctoral level with multidisciplinary engineering knowledge needed for the development of intelligent machinery. The doctoral training connects academic research excellence with relevant industrial research and development challenges, accelerating industrial renewal in the machine industry.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

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Requirements

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information

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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

2

Company/Institute

University of Turku

Country

Finland

City

Turku

Postal Code

20014

Street

Vesilinnantie

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-turku/2024/1-2-doctoral-research…

Contact

City

Turku

Website

http://www.utu.fi/en/

Postal Code

FI-20014

STATUS: EXPIRED