Researcher in Future Mobility Policy Solutions

Job description

The division of Transport & Systems Analysis at the Department of Urban Planning and Environment at KTH is looking for a researcher to join its dynamic and diverse team. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative solutions for sustainable future transportation, with a particular focus on on-demand mobility services. The project will focus on policy design and evaluation through activity-based agent-based simulation tools like MATSim or similar platforms.

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 be settled in Sweden and at KTH
• An interdisciplinary, dynamic and creative research environment with national and international collaborations
• Support in potential project applications

Read more about what it's like to work at KTH and our benefits.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in transport research or another related field.     
• Strong programming (e.g., Python, JAVA, C) and data analysis skills.  
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Research expertise.
• The ability to work towards research results being utilised in practice.
• The ability to inform about research and development work.
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality. 
• Collaborative abilities.
• Independence.

Preferred qualifications

•  Documented experience with activity-based agent-based transport modelling (e.g., MATSim).
• Strong writing ability shown through academic publications and reports
• Interest in tackling emerging transportation challenges and a passion for making transport more sustainable.
• Teaching ability.
• Experience of developing and leading activities and staff.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Trade union representatives

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply for this position. You are responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad. Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application.

Instructions:

The application must include:

• One-page cover letter.
• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Relevant publications or technical reports
• 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.

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 12 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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