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 SEK 1.9 billion per year. We are currently 1,840 employees and have 17,670 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 you will help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. The Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (RAI) team (www.ltu.se/robotics) at the Department of Systems and Space Engineering at Luleå University of Technology is now looking for a researcher to contribute to our growing activities. The RAI team conducts fundamental and principled research in all aspects of robotics with a specific focus on airborne, space, and bio-inspired robotics. RAI's vision is to close the gap between theory and reality, and the team has a strong background in field robotics. Application areas we focus on are robotics for mines, airborne inspection of aging infrastructure, multi-robot search and rescue for emergency services and the like, multi-sensor fusion, and multi-robot coordination, which includes ambient perception, decentralization, and execution of specified missions for multi-robot systems. The RAI team has a strong participation in European R&D&I projects, and RAI participates in the DARPA SUB-T Challenge as a member of the CoSTAR team, led by NASA/JPL (https://costar.jpl.nasa.gov/). Subject description Robotics and Artificial Intelligence aims to develop new robotic systems characterized by advanced autonomy to improve the ability of robots to interact with the environment and humans while performing specific tasks. Project description You will work in the field of airborne robotics and their activities will link with national, European and worldwide R&D projects.The research topics will focus on, but are not limited to: - Multi-agent control and task allocation for heterogeneous multimobility platforms. - Reinforcement learning based object management for mobile manipulators. - Body-aware planning and control in underground environments. Duties of a researcher The tasks of a researcher are mainly research. Teaching and pedagogical development work may be included in the tasks with up to 20% of working time. You will perform research with substantial experimental elements, which should be published in peer-reviewed international academic journals as well as major conferences. The tasks include supervision of PhD and MSc students, teaching and support in obtaining funds for future research projects from research funding agencies/councils, EU projects, or industry. Qualifications To be eligible for employment, a PhD or equivalent foreign degree in control engineering or related subject is required. It is an advantage if your degree was obtained no more than three years before the closing date for applications for this position. If there are special reasons, those who have obtained a doctorate earlier may be considered, for example in the case of various types of statutory leave. The research tasks require a solid mathematical background with proven advanced experimental capabilities and excellent programming skills (e.g. C++, ROS, Matlab, etc.). You should have a strong vision for evaluating and demonstrating the research results in real field and industrial conditions, with an approach that reduces the gap between pure theory and experimental verification. You will be required to represent the group in different contexts, both in Sweden and abroad, hence excellent knowledge of English is a requirement. Information about the position The position is limited to one year. Location Luleå and intended start date December 1, 2024. For further information, please contact: George Nikolakopoulos, Professor and Head of Department 0920-491298, geonik@ltu.se Trade union representatives: SACO-S Joanna Hübinette, 0920-49 3432 joanna.hubinette@ltu.se OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-491792 Lars.Frisk@ltu.se How to apply We prefer you to apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter, a detailed CV with a list of publications and a full description of your scientific merits, a rough research plan with respect to the described research topics, list of successful grant applications or participation in research projects, at least 2 references, formal copies of verified and translated diplomas and doctoral degrees. Please mark your application with the reference number below. The application must be written in English as we have English speakers in the recruitment team. Deadline for applications: September 16, 2024 Reference number: 3239-2024