Double degree Ph.D. student in Computer Engineering, Wireless Positioning - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We are pleased to offer an international PhD position at the Research Center STC (Sensible Things that Communicate, www.miun.se/stc), Mid Sweden University, in collaboration with the Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen Lippe (TH OWL), Lemgo, Germany (https://www.init-owl.de/en/) and industry partner u-blox, Sweden (https://www.u-blox.com/en/). This position focuses on developing a wireless positioning engine by fusing measurements in multi-technology settings for applications, such as safety, asset tracking, authorized access control. The candidate is expected to learn and apply advanced statistical learning, machine learning, and sensor fusion techniques for proper positioning-related measurements and radio resource design in complex indoor industrial environments. This research is part of the ongoing research and development projects toward multi-purpose flexible 6G network design for integrated sensing and communication, and positioning-aided connectivity. 

The doctoral position leads to double degrees, where you receive a degree from both Mid Sweden University and the Graduate School for Applied Research in North Rhine-Westphalia in conjunction with the TH OWL. The first year is carried out at Mid Sweden University (Sundsvall), the second and third year at TH OWL and the fourth year at Mid Sweden University again. The partners feature a dynamic and international atmosphere, and the candidate will actively collaborate with other researchers within the respective research groups as well as other external partners in academia and industry. This unique combination of academic and industrial exposure will equip you with the skills and expertise sought by academia and industry.

Job description

As a Ph.D. candidate, your main task is to pursue research and graduate studies. You will collaborate closely with researchers at Mid Sweden University, TH OWL, and u-blox. The position includes 100% research. The candidate is expected to pursue theoretical and experimental research.

Requirements and assessment

To be considered for a PhD position, the applicant must meet the entry requirements for admission to Mid Sweden University´s third-cycle programme. To meet the entry requirements, the applicant must have a second-cycle degree or have completed at least 240 ETCS credits of which at least 60 credits should be second-cycle courses. An additional requirement is that 90 credits of the 240 total must consist of courses in computer engineering. The applicant is also eligible for consideration if s/he has acquired the corresponding knowledge in some other way. A Master of Science degree in wireless communication, electrical engineering, signal processing, computer engineering, or engineering physics is an appropriate background for employment.

In addition to the formal qualifications, selection is also based on other works (e.g., thesis), advanced-level courses, and interviews of applicants. A strong background in wireless communication, channel modeling, optimization, signal processing and estimation, and programming is preferable. Previous experience in communication systems, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), and programming in C/C++, Matlab, or Python is meritorious. Fluent written and oral communication in English is mandatory. Personal qualities such as the ability to collaborate, take initiatives, and suitability for doctoral studies will be weighed together with the formal subject knowledge. A brief description of the applicant's visions and goals must be included in the application.

Employment process

Processing of the appointment will comply with the provisions in Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance, and will be carried out in accordance with Mid Sweden University’s Employment Procedures.

Terms of employment

The PhD position refers to employment corresponding to four years of full-time studies, which are estimated to lead up to a doctoral degree.

Initial doctoral student positions are valid for a maximum of one year, after which the position may be renewed by no longer than two years at a time. Provisions regarding doctoral studentship employment can be found in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), Chapter 5, Sections 1-7.

Place of employment: The first year is carried out at Mid Sweden University (Sundsvall), and then two years at TH OWL (Lemgo/Germany), and the final year at Mid Sweden University. During your stay in Germany, you will work under conditions given at Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen Lippe and thus be on leave from Mid-Sweden University.

Entry: According to agreement.

Salary: In accordance with Mid Sweden University’s salary scale for doctoral students.

For further information, please contact Prof. Mikael Gidlund (Head of Research, Mid Sweden University, mikael.gidlund@miun.se, Prof. Juergen Jasperneite (juergen.jasperneite@iosb-ina.fraunhofer.de) or Dr. Patrik Österberg (Head of Department), patrik.osterberg@miun.se, phone +46 60 148614.

Application

Application documents must be submitted in Swedish or English.

The application should include a verified CV, copies of official transcripts and degree certificates, description of objectives according to the above as well as other documents the applicant would like to refer to. Please welcome to apply through our recruitment tool no later than November 7st, 2023.

Mid Sweden University works actively for equal opportunities and strives to embrace the qualities that diversity and equality bring to the organization.