Postdoc in Acoustics – Sound quality and its influence on driving patterns - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Centre for ECO2 Vehicle Design, at the Department of Engineering Mechanics at KTH, performs multidisciplinary research in order to enable resource efficient vehicle design in the future. Our main research focus is on the vehicle as part of the wider transport system, taking into account requirements set on all system levels. The Centre collects a broad competence within the fields of vehicle concepts, lightweight structures, sound and vibrations, vehicle aerodynamics, rail vehicle technology and road vehicle dynamics.

The Centre for ECO2 Vehicle Design is a close collaboration with the Swedish based vehicle industry and more information regarding the Centre and the partners can be found at www.eco2vehicledesign.kth.se.

Job description

With the emergence and prospect of an increasing share of electric vehicles in the road transport system, there is a need for increased knowledge and understanding on the associated noise emissions in terms of the way drivers may be affected. A further understanding of this interaction may be most beneficial to influence the design phase such that the sound characteristics may be tailored to positively impact the vehicle-user interaction influencing a driving behavior aligned with environmentally-friendly driving patterns.

The project will thus focus on the characteristics of noise emission and transmission from electric vehicles, starting with trucks (in collaboration with Scania via the Centre), with the aim to be able to promote the engineering of positively-perceived soundscapes. In this context, the applicant will work on general issues of psychophysical theory and experimental methods.

More specifically, the research involves planning and performing listening tests and managing associated hardware. Calculations of psychophysical parameters and statistical analysis of the experiments are also planned as well as publishing the results.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• An international workplace.
• A multidisciplinary research environment which collaborates closely with industry
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree within the field of Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics/Psychoacoustics, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline (Whit some exceptions for special reasons such as periods of sick or parental leave, kindly indicate if such reason exists in your resume).
• Good English skills, both orally and in writing.
• For KTH and the Centre for ECO2 Vehicle Design awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality are of high importance.

Preferred qualifications

• Research expertise
• Pedagogical ability
• Good academic writing skills (in English) and a track record of publishing in international journals
• Knowledge in and/or experience with psychophysics would be an advantage

We are looking for a strongly motivated person, who is able to cooperate and to work independently as well as in an international research team. Well-developed analytical and problem solving skills are a requirement.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

Instruction:

The application must include:

1. CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
2. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
3. Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.
4. Publication list

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is a 1-year position with the possibility to extend one extra year. Maximum 20 % of teaching may be included in the position

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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