Research Engineer for urban and regional studies - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

We are looking for a research engineer for the division of urban and regional studies. The work involves working on two research projects with a special focus on spatial data analysis. The work is scheduled for the period January to March 2024.

The work is carried out in close collaboration with the project manager, but requires the ability to work independently.

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
• 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 university degree, or equivalent studies, in civil engineering or related fields with a focus on the physical environment.
• Experience working with databases in Excel, SPSS and or similar database management.
• Good experience and knowledge of spatial analyzes in GIS and modelling.
• Documented good knowledge of spoken and written English and Swedish, as this will be required in day-to-day work.
• Good organizational skills.

Preferred qualifications

• We would like to see your ability to work independently and systematically based on a given task
• Good communication skills
• Subject proficiency
• Professional skills.
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.
• Ability to work together
• Independence

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Trade union representatives

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

To apply for the position

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

The application must contain:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translation into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in either of these languages.
• Personal letter with a brief explanation of why you are applying for the job, maximum one page.
• Contact information for two reference persons. We reserve the right to contact references only fore selected candidates.

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 3 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

The position may include security-sensitive activities. To become authorized, you therefore need to pass a security check.

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.

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