Researcher in Machine Learning

Organisation/Company

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Research Field

Computer science » Programming
Computer science » Other
Engineering » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Sweden

Application Deadline

20 Feb 2025 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Job description

We are looking for a highly qualified researcher with PhD experience to work on practical development of robotic systems. The researcher will be part of a research group at the Robotics, Perception and Learning (RPL) division and the group led by Prof. Danica Kragic. The project involves the development of state-of-the-art machine learning techniques applied to robotic applications. The researcher will develop robotic software, collect data and design machine learning algorithms to acquire complex robotics skills through interaction and learning. Possible projects include soft object manipulation and two-arm manipulation.

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

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

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree in robotics.
• Scientific excellence demonstrated through published research articles.
• Pedagogical skills demonstrated through training activities.
• Ability to promote the utilization of research results, for example through collaboration with industry.
• We would like you to be able to collaborate easily with others and to work independently.
• You have knowledge of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.

Preferred qualifications

• As a person, you are able to present your results easily to others and you express yourself well in speech and/or writing.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Trade union representatives

Contact information to trade union representatives .

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.

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

About KTH

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent and innovation. We are Sweden’s largest technical research and learning institution and home to students, researchers and faculty from around the world. Our research and education covers a wide area including natural sciences and all branches of engineering, as well as architecture, industrial management, urban planning, history and philosophy. Read more here

Type of employment: Temporary position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: According to agreement
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA-2025-0318
Contact:

Published: 2025-01-30
Last application date: 2025-02-20

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/kth-royal-institute-of-technology/2025/researc…

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Country

Sweden

City

Stockholm

Postal Code

11428

Street

Brinellvägen 8

City

Stockholm

Website

http://www.kth.se

Postal Code

11428

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