Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope that you want to help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future. Luleå University of Technology is looking for a professor and chair who wants to be involved in driving the development of cyber-physical systems - a key component of the digital and connected world of the future. We are facing a technological revolution where autonomous systems, distributed networks and AI-driven solutions are shaping how we interact with our environment. As a professor in the subject, you will have a unique opportunity to lead cutting-edge research and education in a dynamic environment with strong industrial and academic collaborations. Do you want to help shape the intelligent and secure systems of the future? Then this is your chance! Subject description Cyber-physical systems encompass integrated software, electronics hardware and application architecture in connected devices and distributed systems. The research aims to create secure, autonomous and evolvable solutions that interact with each other and their environment, from edge to cloud. Duties and responsibilities In the role of Professor and Head of Subject, you have the overall responsibility for leading and developing the subject. The assignment includes responsibility for research, doctoral education and education at undergraduate and advanced levels within the subject. You will play a key role in securing funding for activities and maintaining strong links with the wider community. One of your most important tasks is to build and strengthen the research subject, where doctoral students, staff and students have the opportunity to develop and grow. Eligibility Those who have demonstrated both academic and pedagogical excellence are eligible for appointment as Professor. Equal attention shall be paid to the assessment of pedagogical and scientific competence. To meet the requirements for appointment as professor, the applicant shall - be outstanding in his/her field of study and have a record of scholarly activity of a high international standard, showing a clear progression in quality - have a total scholarly output equivalent in quantity to at least three doctoral theses including the doctoral dissertation - demonstrate academic leadership, including through - experience of research-related positions of trust as an expert, opponent and/or member of an examination committee - experience in research project management - experience of applying for and being awarded external funding for research projects in competition as principal applicant - experience of internal assignments within the university - experience of pedagogical leadership - have experience of supervision at doctoral level and, unless there are exceptional reasons, have been the principal supervisor of at least one doctoral student throughout the period from admission to the doctoral degree - demonstrate pedagogical skills through reflective experience, teaching skills and teaching development - demonstrate the ability to collaborate with the surrounding society, through, among other things - making new knowledge available to the surrounding community - incorporating societal needs into research and/or educational contexts. In addition to the eligibility requirements for professors, when recruiting professors and chairs, particular emphasis shall be placed on leadership skills, including - experience in staff management and development - self-awareness and ability to reflect on own leadership experience - demonstrating experience of budgetary or other financial responsibility. Assessment criteria The following assessment criteria apply to the post: - Scientific excellence - Pedagogical skills - Ability to manage and develop activities - Other assessment criteria Other assessment criteria (assessed in descending order): - Ability to obtain external research and development funding - Ability to develop and manage activities and staff within the university - Ability to interact with the surrounding society - Ability to communicate research and development activities - Administrative skills that are relevant to the subject matter and the duties of the post Information to be provided The position is permanent and located in Luleå. Access according to agreement. For further information, please contact: Head of the Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering Niklas Lehto, 0920-492085, niklas.lehto@ltu.se Trade union representative: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se and OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach the application documents requested, including diplomas (certified and translated into Swedish or English), pedagogical self-reflection and publications, etc. Follow the link Instructions for applicants for complete instructions. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the degree certificate must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: May 31, 2025 Reference number: 5138-2024