PhD Student in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

Luleå University of Technology experiences rapid growth with world-leading expertise within several research areas. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, the public sector and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has an annual turnover of just over SEK 2.3 billion. We have more than 1,800 employees and nearly 21,600 students. We are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (RAI) (https://www.fieldrobotics.eu/) based at Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering as part of the national research program WASP.     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 society and industry. Read more: https://wasp-sweden.org/     You will be part of the Robotics and Artificial Intelligence research group. More information https://www.ltu.se/research/subjects/RoboticsAI?l=en. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the strong multi-disciplinary and international professional network between researchers and industry associated with the WASP.     Subject description   Robotics and artificial intelligence aim to develop novel robotic systems that are characterized by advanced autonomy for improving the ability of robots to interact with the surrounding environment and humans during the execution of specific tasks.     Project description   The vision of RAI is aiming in closing the gap from theory to real life, while the team has a strong expertise in field robotics. The RAI team conducts fundamental and principled research in all aspects of robotics with a strong European and National participation in multiple R&D&I projects. RAI has participated in the DARPA SUB-T challenge with the CoSTAR Team lead by NASA/JPL (https://costar.jpl.nasa.gov/).     Research topics for this Postdoctoral researcher position will focus on one or more of following key areas, where proof of previous work with experimentally verified results is necessary:   - Distributed robotic autonomy for embodied intelligence   - Data-driven and learning-based control   - Decentralized decision-making and distributed optimization   - Belief-space and uncertainty-aware planning   - Neuro-symbolic and context-aware reasoning for robotics   - Meta-learning for adaptive coordination     Duties   The duties of a Postdoc primarily comprise research. You will perform research with substantial experimental components that should be published in peer-reviewed international journals and at major conferences. The position will include supervision of PhD and MSc students, teaching and supporting in acquiring funds for future research projects from research funding agencies/councils, EU framework program or industry.     Qualifications   In order to be eligible for employment as post doctor you must have a PhD or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD in Robotics and AI, Automatic control or related subject. A doctoral degree awarded no more than three years before the application deadline provides a useful qualification. Candidates who have been awarded a doctoral degree at an earlier date may also be considered if there are special grounds, for example, different types of statutory leave of absence.     The research tasks require a solid mathematical background with proven advanced experimental capabilities and excellent programming skills (e.g. C++, ROS, Matlab, Python etc.). You should have a strong vision to evaluate and demonstrate the research findings in real life operating conditions, in an approach to close the gap between pure theory and experimental verifications. You will need to represent the group in different contexts, both in Sweden and abroad and hence have excellent skills in English. Experience in Field Robotics and real word experimentation will be highly considered as a merit.     Further information   The employment is limited to 2 years.   Placement: Luleå. Starting date: 01 August 2026     For further information about the position, please contact:   George Nikolakopoulos, Chaired Professor, (+46 )920-49 1298 mailto:geonik@ltu.se     Union representatives:   SACO-S Diana Chroneer,(+46 )920-49 2037 mailto:diana.chroneer@ltu.se   OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46) 920-49 1721 mailto:marika.vesterberg@ltu.se     In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.     Application   We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV with a full description of all the scientific merits and publications of the candidate, motivation letter, a research plan with a description of the research topics, list of successful grant applications, list of 2 persons that could provide recommendations for the candidate and copies of verified and translated diplomas from high school and universities. Your application must be written in Swedish or English. Mark your application with the reference number below.     Closing date for applications: 15 June, 2026   Reference number: 2462-2026

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? As a doctoral student with us, you will work closely with leading researchers in a strong, international research environment, with access to advanced laboratory equipment and solid funding opportunities. You will be offered secure employment, high-quality supervision, and room to grow, both as a researcher and as a person.   The research subject of Building materials (https://www.ltu.se/en/research/research-subjects/building-materials?l=en) consists of 15 persons, including four professors and two postdocs. The subject focuses on the development of sustainable materials and production technologies for the construction industry, as well as on ice and arctic conditions-related research and education.     Subject description Building Materials includes sustainable building materials and their application technologies, recycling and reuse, and applied building physics, especially focusing on the Arctic conditions.     Project description The production of Portland cement still cannot be qualified as an environmentally friendly process due to high CO2 emissions from burning fuels, calcination of limestone, and the negative effects of mining operations. Several solutions are being implemented worldwide, but none have provided an efficient solution. This project aims to study the possibility of substituting the high-temperature clinkering process with a cold synthesis based on mechanochemistry.     Duties As a PhD student, you are expected to perform both experimental and theoretical work within your research studies as well as communicate your results at national and international conferences and in scientific journals. The tasks will include laboratory tests, analysis of data, and modeling.     Qualifications To be eligible, you must have a master’s degree in materials science or chemistry. You should have basic knowledge of building materials, and you should be fluent in English. The following working/research experience will be of advantage: molecular dynamics modelling (with e.g., LAMMPS open-source software), Thermodynamic modelling, XRD with Rietveld analysis, SEM, TG, DSC, micro-CT, Particle size analysis, calorimetry, and AFM.    For further information about a specific subject see http://www.ltu.se/research/Utbildning-pa-forskarniva/Studieplaner/Allmanna-studieplaner-Teknisk-fakultetsnamnd?l=en     Further information Employment as a PhD student is limited to 4 years, teaching and other department duties may be added with max 20%. Placement: Luleå. Starting: January 1, 2027   For further information about the position, please contact Professor Andrzej Cwirzen, (+46) 920-49 3387, andrzej.cwirzen@ltu.se   Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer,(+46 ) 920-49 2037, diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46) 920-49 1721, marika.vesterberg@ltu.se   In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.     Application We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Recruitment communication and possible interviews may be held in English.     Closing date for applications: August 15, 2026 Reference number: 3267-2026