Postdoctoral Fellow in Large-Scale Development of Digital Platforms in Public Organizations

 

The postdoctoral fellowship position is a temporary position where the main goal is to qualify for work in senior academic positions. This is a position aimed at providing an ambitious PhD the opportunity of academic maturing and productivity. 

The position is connected to the ongoing innovation project PlatVel (Platforms for municipal healthcare services). The postdoc candidate is expected to contribute to deliverables in this project. The academic discipline is computer-supported cooperative work (CSCW) and Information Systems. Envisaged publications will be in high-quality journals within the CSCW, Information Systems and software engineering disciplines. Qualitative methods, such as case studies and action research, will be used to conduct the research. The research will follow the principles of engaged scholarship, with a focus on user involvement.

The research topic for this position is the large-scale development of digital platforms in public organizations. Currently, the region of Middle-Norway is implementing a platform for healthcare services that will facilitate collaboration between primary and specialist healthcare (see this web page for more information on the national pilot project Helseplattformen). The PlatVel project is studying the development of Helseplattformen in primary care municipal settings. The postdoc candidate will use Helseplattformen as an empirical case and will contribute with insight and knowledge from international and own research.

The research contained in this position must be aligned with the overall goals of the research group at IDI. The postdoc is expected to cooperate with the other members of the group to conduct empirical research and disseminate the results in high-quality outlets selected in cooperation with project team members. 

The position reports to Head of Department.

Duties of the position

Conduct empirically grounded qualitative research on digital platforms in public organizations.

Contribute to the state of the art by developing a theoretical framework to describe the findings and inform ongoing projects.

Publish in international conferences and journals in the relevant fields.

Contribute towards PlatVel’s goal and ambition.

Participate in professional communities within areas relevant to the position.

Required selection criteria

A postdoctoral research fellowships is a qualification position in which the main objective is qualification for work in academic positions. You must have completed a Norwegian doctoral degree in Information Systems or corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree is required.

If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognizing that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result.

The postdoc’s main objective is to hone and further develop research skills acquired during his/ her PhD. The qualification requirement is completion of a PhD degree with a strong academic background in CSCW, information systems or software engineering disciplines, or equivalent education. Applicants with no letter grades from previous studies must have an equally good academic foundation. 

The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, post doctor and research assistant  

Other qualifications we seek for this position are the following:

Understanding of and experience with applying qualitative research methods in real-world organizations to unpack sociotechnical dynamics.

A good, documented understanding of the research fields of CSCW, information systems or software engineering disciplines.

The ability and willingness to conduct research in a multidisciplinary setting.

Good written and oral English language skills. Knowledge of a Scandinavian language is a big advantage.

Experience from projects within public service innovation is a big advantage.

As the users and participants to the research will mostly be Norwegian, knowledge of a Scandinavian language is desired, but it is not a pre-requisite. Applicants who do not master a Scandinavian language must provide evidence of good English language skills, written and spoken. The following tests can be used as such documentation: TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE). Minimum scores are:

TOEFL: 600 (paper-based test), 92 (Internet-based test).

IELTS: 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5 (only Academic IELTS test accepted).

CAE/CPE: grade B or A.

Preferred selection criteria

Scientific merit with relevance to PlatVel.

Documented knowledge of qualitative methods.

Quality of research proposal.

Ability to do interdisciplinary work.

Experience from research projects in the public sector.

Knowledge of a Scandinavian language.

Personal characteristics

We emphasize personal suitability of the individual applicants. We are looking for candidates who:

Are passionate about research and have a high level of curiosity and willingness to learn.

Can document their ability to work in a team and deliver high-quality results independently.

Can demonstrate analytical skills. Potential candidates will be required to write and present an analytical text.

Can demonstrate the ability to engage with users and beneficiaries of their research.

Can demonstrate that they can rapidly acquire and apply knowledge in a research area.

We offer 

exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment 

an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues 

favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund 

employee benefits 

Salary and conditions

Postdoctoral candidates are placed in code 1352 and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 545 300 per annum before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

The period of employment is 2 years, with 25% dedicated to teaching.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU. After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

It is a prerequisite you can be present at and accessible to the institution on a daily basis.

About the application 

Publications and other academic works that the applicant would like to be considered in the evaluation must accompany the application. Please note that applications are only evaluated based on the information available on the application deadline. You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above. 

The application must contain:

Curriculum vitae (CV) with information about the candidate’s prior training, exams, and work experience.

Certified copies of transcripts and diplomas for the whole the master’s and PhD’s degree. An English translation of all education documents is required unless the documents are in Norwegian.

A project description of 3-5 pages detailing the candidate’s theoretical and methodological approach to the problem area together with motivation.

Names and contact information of at least 2 reference persons.

A copy of the PhD thesis (in PDF).

PDF copies of prior publications, with associated bibliographical data.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education. Description of the documentation required can be found here. If you already have a statement from NOKUT, please attach this as well.

Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify the individual applicant's contribution to joint works, the applicant must include a brief description of his or her contribution.

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal suitability, in terms of the qualification requirements specified in the advertisement. 

NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA. 

General information 

Working at NTNU 

 

A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background.  

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.  

As an employee at NTNU, you must at all times adhere to the changes that the development in the subject entails and the organizational changes that are adopted.

Under the Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova), information about your name, age, position and municipality may be made public even if you have requested not to have your name entered on the list of applicants.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Babak Farshchian, email Babak.Farshchian@ntnu.no, or Head of the Department Professor John Krogstie, email john.krogstie@ntnu.no. 

Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Diploma Supplement is required to attach for European Master Diplomas outside Norway. Chinese applicants are required to provide confirmation of Master Diploma from China Credentials Verification (CHSI).  

If you are invited for interview you must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters. Please refer to the application number 2020/27120 when applying. 

Application deadline: 31.08.21

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Postdoctoral fellowships in psychology

 

One to two positions as postdoctoral fellow in psychology are available at the Department of Psychology (NTNU).  

We are looking for candidates with a strong research interest who wish to pursue research on a self-chosen topic within psychology. 

A postdoctoral fellowship is a qualification position with the main objective to qualify for work in academic positions. 

The appointment is a fulltime position and is made for a period of three years, 33% of the position is devoted to required duties, usually in the form of teaching activities according to the Department of Psychology’s need. 

You must be able to start in the position within a reasonable time after receiving the offer. 

It is a prerequisite that you can be present at and accessible to the institution on a daily basis.

Required selection criteria

You must hold a Norwegian doctoral degree, or a corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree, within psychology or a related area. PhD-students may apply, if they can document that their PhD work has been submitted for assessment by the application deadline. It is a condition of employment that the PhD has been awarded.

You must be fluent in a Scandinavian language or English . 

You must provide a research proposal of up to 5 pages (incl. reference list). The research proposal must have a clear foundation in psychology and must contain a detailed description of how the project/projects will be carried out. The research proposal must include a progress plan describing the project’s main activities and milestones. Moreover, the applicant must provide a dissemination plan that includes the planned scientific articles. For each of these articles, applicants must clarify the specific research problems and/or hypotheses, the data sets and/or materials, the choice of method and potential target journals. The originality of the planned scientific articles must also be explained. It is expected that the candidate will be able to complete the research project within the appointment period. 

 

In the assessment of the candidates the following qualifications will be emphasized: 

The research proposal’s quality and relevance. 

The project’s relevance to the research strategy described in NTNU’s strategy 2018 - 2025 - Knowledge for a better world, and the strategy of the Department of Psychology.

The project must be related to or relevant to already existing research groups at the department.

Experience from research documented by publications and work with previous research projects. 

The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, post doctor and research assistant.

NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA.

Personal characteristics

Personal skills such as determination, flexibility, excellent cooperation skills and motivation to contribute to a good work environment, will be emphasized.

In the process of evaluating and choosing the best-qualified candidate, emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s educational and academic qualifications, personal suitability, and motivation for the position.

We offer 

Good salary conditions

Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment 

An open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues 

Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund 

Employee benefits 

Salary and conditions

The employment period is 3 years. Postdoctoral candidates are placed in code 1352, and are normally remunerated at 545 300 NOK per annum before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU. After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

General information 

A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background.

Under the Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova), your name, age, position and municipality may be made public even if you have requested not to have your name entered on the list of applicants.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Department Ute Gabriel (ute.gabriel@ntnu.no). If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Nine Jonstad (nine.jonstad@ntnu.no).

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.

About the application 

The application must include: 

Research proposal and dissemination plan (up to 5 pages including the reference list)

CV and publication list 

Recommendations and diplomas (applicants who have not yet received their PhD diploma, must either document that the defense of the PhD thesis is completed and approved or that the PhD work has been submitted for assessment).

The applicant’s five most important publications 

Publications and other academic works that the applicant would like to be considered in the evaluation must accompany the application. Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify the individual applicant's contribution to joint works, the applicant must include a brief description of his or her contribution. 

Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Documents submitted after the deadline will not be considered in the evaluation. Applicants invited for interview must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters. 

Diploma Supplement is required to attach for European Master Diplomas outside Norway. Chinese applicants are required to provide confirmation of Master Diploma from China Credentials Verification (CHSI).

Please refer to the application number SU-604 when applying. 

 Application deadline: 30.09.2021

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PhD student in cybersecurity

 

Skilled and committed employees are a crucial factor in the success of Linköping University. And we need more of them. Our core expertise comes from teachers and researchers, but a successful university requires experienced and motivated employees in many fields. Everyone is important. We need to recruit many new employees thanks to, among all, an expansion in our research activity. We need you here. We look forward to receiving your application!

The Department of Computer and Information Science was founded in 1983 but its roots go back to the early 1970s. It is one of the largest computer science departments in northern Europe.

Our research covers a broad spectrum of fields, from core to applied computer sciences. Its vast scope also benefits our undergraduate and graduate programmes, and we now teach courses in several engineering programmes at bachelor’s and master’s levels, as well as the programmes in statistics, cognitive science and innovative programming.
Read more at https://liu.se/en/organisation/liu/ida

We are looking for a PhD student in cybersecurity.

Your work assignments
Your task as a PhD student will be to conduct world-class research in cyber-physical security as part of the WASP research program. The project is about the first encounter problem, which is how to ensure that two entities that have previously not interacted with each other can trust each other’s information. This is both a deep and relevant problem in today’s connected society. Addressing this problem requires new solutions for decentralized trust management where techniques such as remote attestation and blockchains can be used. Moreover, it requires the ability to formally reason about trust and security in decentralized systems.

Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP) is Sweden’s largest individual research program ever, a major national initiative for strategically motivated basic research, education, and faculty recruitment. The program addresses research on artificial intelligence and autonomous systems acting in collaboration with humans, adapting to their environment through sensors, information, and knowledge, and forming intelligent systems-of-systems. The vision of WASP is excellent research and competence in artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and software for the benefit of Swedish industry. Read more: https://wasp-sweden.org/

The graduate school within WASP is dedicated to provide the skills needed to analyze, develop, and contribute to the interdisciplinary area of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and software. Through an ambitious program with research visits, partner universities, and visiting lecturers, the graduate school actively supports forming a strong multi-disciplinary and international professional network between PhD-students, researchers, and industry. Read more: https://wasp-sweden.org/graduate-school/

As a doctoral student, you devote most of your time to doctoral studies and the research projects of which you are part. Your work may also include teaching or other departmental duties, up to a maximum of 20% of full-time.

Your workplace
You will belong to the research laboratory RTSLAB in the Software and Systems (SaS) Division within the Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA) at Linköpings University. We conduct research in the areas of dependability, security and resource allocation in distributed systems.

Your qualifications
You have graduated at Master’s level in of computer science or computer engineering, software/information technology or completed courses with a minimum of 240 credits, at least 60 of which must be in advanced courses in the relevant area indicated above. Alternatively, you have gained essentially corresponding knowledge in another way.

A candidate for this position is expected to have completed courses in computer science and mathematics with excellent grades. In addition to course transcripts, the candidate should be able to demonstrate software development skills (e.g., through a programming portfolio), as well as mathematical proficiency (e.g., through course work).

Excellent communication in English, both verbally and written, is a requirement.

The work of a PhD student is driven by curiosity, passion for innovation and creativity, and ability to work independently.

Terms of employment
When taking up the post, you will be admitted to the program for doctoral studies. More information about the doctoral studies at each faculty is available at.

The employment has a duration of four years’ full-time equivalent. You will initially be employed for a period of one year. The employment will subsequently be renewed for periods of maximum duration two years, depending on your progress through the study plan. The employment may be extended up to a maximum of five years, based on the amount of teaching and departmental duties you have carried out. Further extensions can be granted in special circumstances.

Starting date
January 2022, or earlier by agreement.

Salary and employment benefits
The salary of doctoral students is determined according to a locally negotiated salary progression. The current starting salary (from 1 October 2020) at the department of computer and information science is 30 250 SEK per month.

More information about employment benefits at Linköping University is available here.

Union representatives
Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.

Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must be received at latest 2021-08-31.

Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

Equal opportunities
A majority of our PhD students within Department of Computer and Information Science are men, which is why precedence will be given to women in cases where qualifications are deemed otherwise equivalent.

 

Linköping University will continue to develop as an attractive and creative place of work, characterized by equal terms and actively works for equality and diversity.

We look forward to receiving your application!


Linköping university has framework agreements and wishes to decline direct contacts from staffing- and recruitment companies as well as from vendors of job advertisements.

Contact persons

Mikael Asplund

Universitetslektor

mikael.asplund@liu.se

Linda Strandman

HR-partner

linda.strandman@liu.se

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Postdoc in Gender Studies

 

Skilled and committed employees are a crucial factor in the success of Linköping University. And we need more of them. Our core expertise comes from teachers and researchers, but a successful university requires experienced and motivated employees in many fields. Everyone is important. We need to recruit many new employees thanks to, among all, an expansion in our research activity. We need you here. We look forward to receiving your application!

The Department of Thematic Studies was the first in Sweden to offer an academic setting for thematically organised, interdisciplinary, socially relevant research. We combine strong research with undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and courses, often in collaboration with actors outside the university.
Read more at https://liu.se/en/organisation/liu/tema

LINKÖPING UNIVERSITY
Hereby advertises a position as

Postdoc in Gender Studies
formally based at the Department of Thematic Studies

Tema Genus is a creative and dynamic unit with an international profile in interdisciplinary and thematic gender research and education.  Gender Studies at Tema Genus spans a wide range of fields, for instance: feminist, queer, trans, postcolonial, race, posthuman, environmental, dis/ability, body, science and cultural studies. Tema Genus also directs collaborative international research centers such as the excellence center GEXcel international Collegium and the postgraduate research training consortium InterGender, and hosts a pioneering PhD programme, and an international Master’s programme in Gender Studies - Intersectionality and Change (with single subject courses at MA- as well as BA-level).

Duties
A Postdoc will essentially carry out research. The position may also involve teaching, but during no more than a fifth of work time.

The present position involves research in the fields of gender studies, science and technology studies, and migration studies. The position is part of the project: "Calculating migration: A multi-sited ethnography of algorithmic governance and redistribution keys" which is a collaboration between the Department of Thematic Studies, Gender Studies (LiU), REMESO (LiU) and the European New School of Digital Studies (Viadrina University) Using ethnographic methods, the project examines the production, implementation, and consequences of algorithms in relation to migration management. The project combines perspective from science and technology studies, gender studies and a decolonial understanding of migration management infrastructures. We are now seeking for a candidate who can expand the scope of the project on one or more of these fields. Read more about the project here: https://www.rj.se/en/anslag/2020/calculating-migration-a-multi-sited-ethnography-of-algorithmic-governance-and-redistribution-keys/

The employment includes own research and teaching in the area of the ​​employment, in collaboration with the Gender Studies unit’s other employees, as well as dissemination of research results. The holder of the position is expected to have good collaboration skills and be a creative and constructive employee in an interdisciplinary research environment. The holder of the position is expected to collaborate actively with other researchers in Gender Studies, and to contribute to the research environment.

Documented scientific skills in science and technology studies are a requirement for the employment. Documented scientific skills in the use of ethnographic methods is a requirement for the employment. Documented scientific skills in migration studies are a requirement for the employment. Documented scientific skills in gender studies and / or decolonial studies are particularly meritorious.

Qualifications
The position requires a doctorate or an equivalent degree from a foreign university. The doctorate shall have been obtained no longer than three years before the expiration date of the application.

Appointment time
A Postdoc is appointed until further notice, but for no longer than two years. The appointment can be renewed if there are special reasons.

Starting date 
By agreement

Salary
The University applies individual salary scales adapted to the experience of the employee and to the labour market.

Union representatives
Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.

Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must be received at latest September 9th 2021.

Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered. 

In the event of a discrepancy between the English and Swedish announcement, the Swedish version will take precedence.

 

Equal opportunities

Linköping University will continue to develop as an attractive and creative place of work, characterized by equal terms and actively works for equality and diversity.

We look forward to receiving your application!


Linköping university has framework agreements and wishes to decline direct contacts from staffing- and recruitment companies as well as from vendors of job advertisements.

Contact persons

Alma Persson

Head of Division

+46 13 28 66 68

alma.persson@liu.se

Carin Ennergård

HR-partner

+46 13 28 21 14

carin.ennergard@liu.se

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Postdoc in Information Systems with an orientation towards digital services, automatization, and artificial intelligence within public service Linkoping

 

Skilled and committed employees are a crucial factor in the success of Linköping University. And we need more of them. Our core expertise comes from teachers and researchers, but a successful university requires experienced and motivated employees in many fields. Everyone is important. We need to recruit many new employees thanks to, among all, an expansion in our research activity. We need you here. We look forward to receiving your application!

The Department of Management and Engineering (IEI) strengthens and develops tomorrow’s industry, business world and society by ground-breaking research, education and innovation. Our teaching and research cover a broad spectrum of fields from economics and management to technology and design. We are a department that sees innovation, development and innovation as fundamentally necessary to strengthen a sustainable society. Collaboration and dialogue permeate our operations, making positive and productive relationships with companies and other organisations possible. This in turn helps to make our students highly sought-after, and ensures that research can be used to increase competitiveness and sustainability.
Read more here: https://liu.se/en/organisation/liu/iei

LINKÖPING UNIVERSITY
Hereby advertises one or two positions as
Postdoc in Information Systems with an orientation towards digital services, automatization, and artificial intelligence within public service
The position is formally based at the Department of Management and Engineering.

At the division of Information Systems and Digitalization (INDIG) we provide two attractive undergraduate programs, a Bachelor´s programme in Information Systems Analysis (180 credits) and a Master Programme in IT and Management (120 credits). We also provide graduate studies and highly regarded research within Information Systems and Digitalization. We contribute to knowledge of how IT systems are developed and used by people in organizations and in society. The interaction between humans, IT systems and organization – within private companies as well as the public sector – are therefore of great importance. This implicates that we focus especially on analysis, design, change and management of businesses where IT systems are or are expected to be included.

At our division we offer excellent possibilities for well-established theoretical and practice-oriented research, teaching and pedagogic research and development. Research of digitalization in the public sector (E-government) has been a cornerstone in our division for more than 15 years. We conduct several research projects within this area, such as IT, services, and business development within the public sector, as well projects on a society level, for example the development of smart cities and the role digitalization has in similar contexts. For instance, different development initiatives are studied from a policy and strategy level, through implementation, to practice.

We offer a creative and open work-environment, characterized by responsibility, creativity, and authority. The applicant needs to be willing to work in a creative and changeable environment and to actively engage both in the progress of the division and in collaboration with the surrounding community. This also includes to contribute to strengthen the interdisciplinary collaboration, both within our department and with other departments.

Duties
A Postdoc will essentially carry out research. The position may also involve teaching, but no more than 30 percent of work time.

The primary focus of the Postdoc position is research within digitalization in and of the public sector with a focus on digital services, automatization, and artificial intelligence. The duties involve perform conceptual, and theory driven work with a variation of research methods, in the collaboration with colleagues. To discuss, present and publish science within the field of digital services is a primary duty and therefore documented experience of the same is required. Having conducted research within the field of automatization in the public sector is considered as especially meriting.

The applicant is expected to present documented skills within digital services as a research field. Another requirement is a documented skill within qualitative, interpretive approaches and methods in terms of interviews and observations in which large amounts of unstructured data is handled and analyzed. Furthermore, documented research skill regarding combinations of qualitative and quantitative research approaches and methods is especially meriting.

Above conducting research, the position involves teaching, supervision, and examination in the courses and areas that the division provides within our Bachelor and master’s programme.

Pedagogical skill in disciplinaries that are relevant for the field of Information Systems is considered a merit. The teaching duties will be carried out in Swedish or English. Therefore, documented skill of teaching in Swedish or English is a requirement for the position.

Qualifications
The position requires a doctorate or an equivalent degree from a foreign university. The doctoral degree must have been obtained no longer than three years before the expiration date of the application.

Form of employment
A Postdoc may be employed until further notice, but for no longer than two years. The appointment can be renewed if there are special reasons for this.

Starting date 
Preliminary 2021-11-01, or by agreement.

Salary
The University applies individual salary scales adapted to the experience of the employee and to the labour market.

Union representatives
Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.

Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must be received at latest September 30, 2021. Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

Equal opportunities
For this position there is an equal gender balance.

Linköping University will continue to develop as an attractive and creative place of work, characterized by equal terms and actively works for equality and diversity.

We look forward to receiving your application!


Linköping university has framework agreements and wishes to decline direct contacts from staffing- and recruitment companies as well as from vendors of job advertisements.

Contact persons

Johanna Sefyrin

Universitetslektor/avdelningschef

+46 13 281965

johanna.sefyrin@liu.se

Ulf Melin

Professor

+46 13 284437

ulf.melin@liu.se

Elin Bergfeldt

HR-partner

+46 13 284403

elin.bergfeldt@liu.se

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PhD student in Information Systems

 

Skilled and committed employees are a crucial factor in the success of Linköping University. And we need more of them. Our core expertise comes from teachers and researchers, but a successful university requires experienced and motivated employees in many fields. Everyone is important. We need to recruit many new employees thanks to, among all, an expansion in our research activity. We need you here. We look forward to receiving your application!

The Department of Management and Engineering (IEI) strengthens and develops tomorrow’s industry, business world and society by ground-breaking research, education and innovation. Our teaching and research cover a broad spectrum of fields from economics and management to technology and design. We are a department that sees innovation, development and innovation as fundamentally necessary to strengthen a sustainable society. Collaboration and dialogue permeate our operations, making positive and productive relationships with companies and other organisations possible. This in turn helps to make our students highly sought-after, and ensures that research can be used to increase competitiveness and sustainability.
Read more here: https://liu.se/en/organisation/liu/iei

We are looking for one to two PhD students in Information Systems.

Your work assignments
As a doctoral student, you devote most of your time to doctoral studies. Your work may also include teaching or other departmental duties, up to a maximum of 20% of full-time.

As a PhD student you will participate in the research within the field of digitalization in the public as well as the private sector. For this position, research within smart cities with a focus on digitalization of infrastructures and services, is of particular interest. As a PhD student you will contribute to the division’s research within this multi-disciplinary area and contribute to develop knowledge within this highly relevant research area. You will also engage in other research and teaching duties within the division, for example teaching at our Bachelor´s programme in Information Systems Analysis and our Master programme in IT and Management.

Your workplace
At the division of Information Systems and Digitalization (INDIG) we conduct relevant and rigorous research, teaching and collaboration within the field of Digitalization. We want to contribute to knowledge of digitalization in various context. Our primary focus is to contribute to the knowledge of how digital tools are develop and used by people in organizations and in the society at large. We acknowledge the importance of studying the interaction between humans, IT and organizations – in private businesses as well as in the public sector. An interchange between theoretical and practical knowledge is an essential part of the business development oriented perspective.

We are now looking for one to two phD students who want to join us at INDIG on our journey to, through our research in digitalization, contribute to making the world a better place.

Your qualifications
You have graduated at Master’s level within a field that focuses on digital systems in a context. A merit is if the degree contains interdisciplinary and above all a qualitative and interpretive approach. Relevant educational backgrounds for this position are Informatics, Information Systems, Business administration, Sociology, Political Science, Cognitive Science, Geoinformatics, Urban planning or the combination of Economics, Environment and Management.

Documented skills from studies and practical work within digitalization in different sectors is a merit. Furthermore it is also a merit if the applicant can show skills in applicating various theories and perspectives (for example sociotechnical or sociomaterial), in order to understand and analyze digitalization in various contexts. Having conducted research, investigation, or analysis with a qualitative and interpretive approach, for example an essay, alone or in cooperation with others, is also a merit. It is also meriting for the applicant to have documented skills in qualitative, interpretive approaches and methods in terms of interviews and observations in which large amounts of unstructured data is handled and analyzed.

Documented proficiency in English or Swedish, both orally and in writing, is required. Applicants who lack skills in Swedish or another Scandinavian language at the time of the application, must be prepared to develop this skill within two years to be able to teach and collaborate with organizations in the surrounding society. 

A merit is also to have experience in teaching within the field of Information Systems or equivalent fields.

Terms of employment 
This position as a PhD is foremost to achieve a licentiate degree.

When taking up the post, you will be admitted to the program for doctoral studies. More information about the doctoral studies at each faculty is available 

Starting date
Preliminary 2021-10-01, or by agreement.

Salary and employment benefits
The salary of doctoral students is determined according to a locally negotiated salary progression.

More information about employment benefits at Linköping University is available here.

Union representatives
Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.

Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must be received at latest September 30, 2021.

Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

Linköping University will continue to develop as an attractive and creative place of work, characterized by equal terms and actively works for equality and diversity.

We look forward to receiving your application!


Linköping university has framework agreements and wishes to decline direct contacts from staffing- and recruitment companies as well as from vendors of job advertisements.

Contact persons

Johanna Sefyrin

Universitetslektor/avdelningschef

+46 13 281965

johanna.sefyrin@liu.se

Ulf Melin

Professor

+46 13 284437

ulf.melin@liu.se

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PhD position Hydraulic Structures

 

In a world affected by climate change and sea level rise, the increasing frequency of water-related natural disasters represents a serious threat to coastal and riverine communities. In the Netherlands, severe floods and the potential failure of hydraulic structures would lead to catastrophic consequences on people’s safety, on the economy and on the built environment. Therefore, to improve human safety, mitigate damages and reduce reconstruction costs, the development and assessment of resilient infrastructure is of primordial importance.

In this context, your Ph.D. will address the impact of water-related natural disasters on critical infrastructure and related systems, including behaviours and failure modes under extreme hydraulic conditions. Specific attention will be given to the unsteady nature of these processes, focusing on the interplay between air and water and its implication in hydraulic, structural and geotechnical aspects. Results from this Ph.D. project are expected to be most helpful in the development of design guidelines, disaster prevention strategies and evacuation plans.

The project will be experimental and you will be working in the Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory of TU Delft. As a PhD candidate you will be part of the Hydraulic Structures and Flood Risk section in the Hydraulic Engineering department, supervised by Dr. Davide Wüthrich and Prof. Dr. Bas Jonkman. Throughout the project, you will be given the opportunity to work with leading academic and industrial partners, both in the Netherlands and abroad.

Requirements

We are looking for an excellent candidate with the following qualifications, knowledge and skills:

• A M.Sc. degree in the areas of Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related areas.
• Knowledge in hydraulic engineering, hydraulic structures, fluid mechanics or fluid-structure interaction
• Research experience in experimental or field work is a plus
• Independent, self-motivated, curiosity-driven and open to communicate and collaborate with peers.
• Excellent knowledge of English, both verbally and in writing.

If your mother language is not English and you do not hold a degree from an institution in which English is the language of instruction, you must submit proof of English proficiency from either TOEFL (minimum total score of 100) or IELTS (minimum total score of 7.0). Proof of English language proficiency certificates older than two years are not accepted.

Conditions of employment

TU Delft offers PhD-candidates a 4-year contract, with an official go/no go progress assessment after one year. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from € 2395 per month in the first year to € 3061 in the fourth year. As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. For international applicants we offer the Coming to Delft Service and Partner Career Advice to assist you with your relocation.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context. At TU Delft we embrace diversity and aim to be as inclusive as possible (see our Code of Conduct). Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale.

Challenge. Change. Impact! 

Faculty Civil Engineering & Geosciences

The Faculty of Civil Engineering & Geosciences (CEG) is committed to outstanding international research and education in the field of civil engineering, applied earth sciences, traffic and transport, water technology, and delta technology. Our research feeds into our educational programmes and covers societal challenges such as climate change, energy transition, resource depletion, urbanisation and the availability of clean water, conducted  in close cooperation with a wide range of research institutions. CEG is convinced that Open Science helps to achieve our goals and supports its scientists in integrating Open Science in their research practice. The Faculty of CEG comprises 28 research groups in the following seven departments: Materials Mechanics Management & Design, Engineering Structures, Geoscience and Engineering, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Transport & Planning, Hydraulic Engineering and Water Management.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Civil Engineering & Geosciences.

Additional information

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Dr D. (Davide) Wüthrich, Assistant Professor, email: d.wuthrich@tudelft.nl.

Application procedure

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply before September 1st, 2021 via the application button. The application should include: (1) a motivation letter explaining your interests and relevant experience to the vacancy; (2) detailed CV including 2 possible reference names; (3) Abstract of your MSc thesis (maximum one page, in English) or a paper that you wrote based on your MSc thesis.

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-Employment screening can be part of the selection procedure.
• Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

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PhD in Biophysics

 

We are looking for a highly motivated student with biophysics research experience to join the Joo lab. The selected candidate will take a lead in a single-molecule biophysics project and investigate small RNA and CRISPR systems. To this end, the candidate will use and further develop a new single-molecule fluorescence platform. This platform combines single-molecule fluorescence imaging and next-generation sequencing to enable the observation of millions of different DNA or RNA sequences.

The Joo group (www.chirlmin.org) is a single-molecule biophysics research lab within the Department of Bionanoscience at the TU Delft. Using single-molecule fluorescence tools, we investigate how proteins interact with RNA, DNA, and other proteins. We develop new single-molecule platforms such as massively parallel single-molecule fluorescence and single-molecule protein sequencing.

Requirements

The candidate should have an MSc degree in the field of physics. An application from a candidate who is experienced in biophysics will be favorably treated. Good communication skills in English are required.

Conditions of employment

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount on health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.

For international applicants we offer the Coming to Delft Service and Partner Career Advice to assist you with your relocation. An International Children's Centre offers childcare and there is an international primary school.

TU Delft

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context. At TU Delft we embrace diversity and aim to be as inclusive as possible (see our Code of Conduct). Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale.

Challenge. Change. Impact! 

Department

Faculty Applied Sciences

With more than 1,000 employees, including 135 pioneering principal investigators, as well as a population of about 3,400 passionate students, the Faculty of Applied Sciences is an inspiring scientific ecosystem. Focusing on key enabling technologies, such as quantum- and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology and materials for energy storage and conversion, our faculty aims to provide solutions to important problems of the 21st century. To that end, we train students in broad Bachelor's and specialist Master's programmes with a strong research component. Our scientists conduct ground-breaking fundamental and applied research in the fields of Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics. We are also training the next generation of high school teachers and science communicators.

A new Department of Bionanoscience has been established at TU Delft, dedicated to research at the interface between nanoscience, synthetic biology, and cell biology. It studies single cells in all their complexity down to the molecular level, from both fundamental scientific and application points of view. The new department operates as part of the Kavli Institute of Nanoscience at the Faculty of Applied Sciences and aims at a leading international position.    

The Joo group (www.chirlmin.org) is a single-molecule biophysics research lab within the Department of Bionanoscience at the TU Delft. 

Additional information

For information about this vacancy, you can contact Chirlmin Joo, the group leader, email c.joo@tudelft.nl.

Application procedure

To apply, please e-mail a detailed resume and letter of application (both in English) to c.joo@tudelft.nl. Applications will be evaluated on a first-come, first-serve basis. Provide contact information for two references.

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