InfraVis application expert - Research engineer position - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

InfraVis is a national research infrastructure funded by the Swedish Research Council in support of scientific advancement through the application of state-of-the-art data analysis and visualization techniques. The goals are to significantly improve data analysis support, address new challenges involving large and complex data and create competitive advantages for Swedish researchers. The infrastructure consists of visualization experts working with various software solutions and access to high-end visualization laboratories. Users of InfraVis will be offered assistance through a national helpdesk with rapid response times as well as in-depth projects addressing specific data and software challenges. InfraVis will also provide software solutions based on development in connected research groups, curation of international software and best practice, and user training in the form of courses, seminars and on-line documentation.

In this position you will assist scientists in visualizing and analyzing their data.This can be described as user Support. InfraVis application experts operate a helpdesk for front-line support with rapid response times for generic answers as well as pointers to software resources and documentation. Requests can be escalated to mid-level support where typically InfraVis application experts will aid in issues involving the data specific to a user’s request. InfraVis application experts are also involved in tailoring software and even development of new and application-specific approaches for visual data analysis and communication. InfraVis application experts may also take part in outreach and communication activities, user training, software curation and documentation, the development of the infrastructure itself as well as internal training and self-evaluation.

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 with a large and well-maintained state-of-the-art hardware and software foundation.
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Guidance on relocating and settling in KTH and in Sweden .

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

Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence: Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a closely related area
• English language skills equivalent to English B/6, since it is needed in the daily work tasks
• Swedish language skills to perform many of the work tasks.

Preferred qualifications

The applicant must have demonstrated skills in software development and data analysis. This specifically refers to the list of desired skills provided below:

• Visual data analysis
• Statistical data analysis
• Machine learning
• Data cleaning and pre-processing
• Software engineering including proper documentation
• Programming languages:
• C / C++
• Python / NumPy / SciPy
• R / Matlab / Maple / Octave
• C#
• JavaScript
• User testing and UX: HTML / CSS, Adobe XD / Figma / InVision
• Graphics and visualization libraries and tools such as: OpenGL / webGL / Vulkan, D3 / Vega, Matplotlib, ParaView, Unity3D / Unreal Engine/ Godot

This list is not considered to be exhaustive, nor are all listed examples strictly expected – a strong portfolio of some of the skills represented by the examples is preferred.

• Subject-related skills
• Professional skills
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
• Work with complex issues, and methodically document and reflect towards improved procedures.

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 to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• CV with relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Application letter about your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. (Max 2 pages)
• Copies of diplomas and grades from previous university studies and certificates of fulfilled language requirements. Translations into English or Swedish if the original document is not issued in one of these languages.
• Representative publications or technical reports. For longer documents, please attach a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.

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

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

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