Research Engineer for Analysis and Control of System Dynamics models

Job description

The Division of Decision and Control Systems is currently looking for a research engineer with an engineering background and interest in control systems, mathematics, programming, and learning for control. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team on the project: developing a framework for analysis and control of system dynamics models. We propose, for this pre-study, to focus on the use case of policy synthesis for faster adoption of electric trucks.

The Division of Decision and Control Systems conducts fundamental research in networked control systems, cyber-physical systems, system identification, and transport systems. Industrial projects involve partners such as Hitachi Energy, ABB, Ericsson, and Scania. A major part of the research is conducted within the framework of the Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program. We have a large academic network and collaborate with researchers at Caltech, MIT, UC Berkeley, Stanford, among others.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Guidance on relocating and settling in KTH and in Sweden .

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence. 
• Good command in English, as it is required in the daily work.    
• Knowledge of Python.

Preferred qualifications

• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
• Familiarity with Tensorflow or PyTorch

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Trade union representatives

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximally two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 4 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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About KTH

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