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University: Lund University About Lund UniversityLund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset. Description of the WorkplaceAutomatic Control is an exciting and broad subject, covering both advanced mathematics and hands-on engineering. Historically, it has been instrumental in many areas, from the early development of telecommunications to the space race. Today, driven by the need to engineer ever larger systems, Automatic Control is more relevant than ever. The department of Automatic control has a stimulating and international environment with PhD students, postdocs, and teachers coming from all corners of the world. Research and teaching are conducted in an open and progressive atmosphere with collaborations both within academia and with industry, nationally as well as internationally. A PhD degree from the Department of Automatic control gives you the perfect base for an exciting career, be it in academia or industry. Lund University and the Department of Automatic Control welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard equality and diversity as a strength and an asset. For more information on being a doctoral student at the department, please have a look at our research videos: Research | Department of Automatic Control (lth.se). Being a Doctoral StudentAs a doctoral student, you are both admitted as a student and employed at Lund University. As a doctoral student, you will be trained in a scientific approach. In short, you will be trained to think critically and analytically, to solve problems independently using the right methods, and to develop an awareness of research ethics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work on projects, to develop your leadership and pedagogical skills. Throughout your studies, you will be guided by supervisors. Doctoral studies end with a thesis and a doctoral degree. More about being a doctoral student at LTH on lth.se. Subject and Project DescriptionWe are recruiting 1–4 students for the following two projects:
Work DutiesYou will primarily devote yourself to your doctoral programme, which includes participation in research projects as well as third cycle courses, seminars and conferences. The PhD position consists of three main aspects and the work duties include:
QualificationsTo be eligible for admission and employment as a doctoral student, you must fulfil the requirements below. Admission RequirementsA person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if the applicant:
A person meets the specific admission requirements for third cycle studies in Automatic Control if the applicant has:
Additional RequirementsIn order to complete the doctoral programme in question, the following are also required:
Other Qualifications (Advantages)For the doctoral programme in question, the following are considered as other qualifications: Strong foundations in:
are meriting. Consideration will be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant, through experience and skills, is deemed to have the abilities necessary for successfully completing the third cycle programme. We OfferLund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. More about working at Lund University on lu.se. About the EmploymentThe employment is a fixed-term employment at full time, starting as soon as possible or September 1, 2026, at the latest. Third cycle studies at LTH consist of full-time studies for 4 years. In the case of teaching and other departmental duties, the employment is extended accordingly. Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1–7 §§. More about terms of employment for doctoral students on Lund University’s Staffpages. OtherWe intend to offer employment to 1–2 PhD students. A doctoral student will receive a competitive monthly salary of 35 300 SEK with yearly raise. Those applicants who will be called for interview, might be asked to perform a small test to demonstrate basic competence. How to ApplyApplications shall be written in English and include:
We welcome your application. About LTHLTH is Lund University’s Faculty of Engineering. At LTH we educate people, build knowledge for the future and work hard for the development of society. We create space for brilliant research and inspire creative advancements in technology, architecture and design. We have nearly 10,000 students. Every year, our researchers – many of whom work in world-leading profile areas – publish around 100 theses and 2 000 scientific findings. In addition, many of our research and degree projects are transformed into innovations. Together we explore and create – to benefit the world. We kindly decline all sales and marketing contacts. Employment Details
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