Research engineer with focus on shotcrete rock support - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

As a research engineer at the Division of Concrete Structures, you will work in an international research project TACK -Tunnel Automatic CracK Detection which aims at developing an autonomous inspection system for tunnels. You will work in an international team of scientist and assist with numerical simulations using the finite element method, analysis and handling of results including writing short reports. The work is carried out in close connection to an experienced scientist, but you are supposed to be able to work independently and take responsibility for your own work.

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
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Possibility to participate in an international research project
• Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH.

Read more about what it is like to work at KTH

Qualifications

Requirements

A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in civil engineering or equivalent competence.

Candidates applying for this position should also be comfortable to work in a group and be able to communicate fluently in English.

As a person, you are used to work independently and are comfortable in taking own decisions and responsibility for your work.

You should have great knowledge within structural engineering and analysis especially in concrete structures.

Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality is a demand

Preferred qualifications

It is preferred that you have previous theoretical knowledge and practical experience from numerical simulations using the finite element method.

Previous experience in design of tunnels and shotcrete.

Previous experience from similar work.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Trade union representatives

You will find contact information to trade union representatives at KTH's webbpage.

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.

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

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 6 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

Striving towards gender equality, diversity and equal conditions is both a question of quality for KTH and a given part of our values

For information about processing of personal data in the recruitment process please read here.

We firmly decline all contact with staffing and recruitment agencies and job ad salespersons.

Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.