University West is seeking a Research Engineer in Sensor Design and AI Algorithms

The Department of Engineering Science is looking for an engineer with documented experience in sensor design, AI algorithms, and academic publications to work on two ongoing collaborative projects for an 11-month period. The new engineer will collaborate with researchers and industry partners in the projects DIPyAI and PODFAM. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the department’s teaching activities.For over 20 years, University West has been a Cisco Academy Support and Training Center, responsible for quality assurance and instructor training at more than 15 Cisco academies, five of which are colleges or universities.At the Production Technology Centre (PTC), the department conducts leading research in automation, where digitalization will play a central role in the future.

Job Description

The main focus of the position is to work with sensor- and AI-related components in the two projects mentioned above. In addition to technical work, you may also need to interact with industry partners, regularly present your work to them, attend meetings, contribute to new research proposals, and possibly supervise thesis projects at the bachelor’s and master’s levels.Active participation in the department’s and the university’s activities is important. This includes contributing to development work and administrative tasks. Opportunities for professional development are offered in accordance with current working time agreements.We are looking for a person with a holistic perspective who wants to integrate high-quality research with pedagogical development and thereby contribute to the university’s overall goals and vision. Active participation in creating a collaborative and innovative academic environment is highly valued.

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Eligibility Requirements for Employment as Research Engineer

• At least a four-year engineering degree. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed, or are close to completing, a doctoral degree.

In addition, the following are required for this position:

• Experience in understanding sensor physics, embedded systems, and PCB design
• Experience in designing AI algorithms and architectures for processing sensor data
• Good command of English, both spoken and written

Merits for the position include:

• Experience in interdisciplinary projects
• Documented ability to collaborate and build good relationships both internally at the university and with external partners
• Experience in academic research with documented publications in highly ranked journals or conferences
• Experience using AI-based coding tools to create more efficient program code
• Experience in preparing research proposals and leading externally funded projects (e.g., EU, Vinnova, or KK Foundation)
• Contributions to the industrial research environment Production Technology West (PTW) at University West

Specific Personal Skills

• Excellent ability to plan and prioritize work
• A strong professional network within Swedish industry

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Assessment Criteria

At University West, the following general assessment criteria are applied:

• Teaching proficiency
• Academic expertise
• Ability to collaborate
• Administrative proficiency
• Management proficiency
• Other professional skills

In the assessment, academic expertise and teaching proficiency will be weighted equally and given the highest priority. Ability to collaborate, administrative proficiency, management proficiency, and other professional skills will be weighted equally and given the next highest priority. The assessment will take into account the subject area, subject description, and job duties.

Terms of Employment

The position is a special fixed-term employment for 11 months at 100% full-time.
Planned start date: 2026-01-15 or as agreed.Applications are submitted digitally via our recruitment tool Varbi. Any documents that cannot be sent digitally must be marked with reference number 2025/213 and submitted in one copy. Send your application to:
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HR
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