Postgraduate student position aiming at Licentiate degree at Mid Sweden University, Department of Information and Communication Systems, Campus Sundsvall

Ref. no. MIUN 2015/417

The available position targets research in the field of wireless communication systems and security for cyber-physical systems. Specifically, the aim of the research is to investigate and evaluate how machine-to-machine (M2M) communication can be implemented in cyber-physical systems and how end-to-end security can be guaranteed. An important part of the work is to implement proposed solutions in reality, using the SensibleThings testbed (http://www.sensiblethings.se/about.html) or other available tools. This research will be pursued in close cooperation with industrial partners.

The candidate is expected to pursue theoretical and experimental research. The research is a part of the profile area of Industrial IT and digital services at Mid Sweden University and will be carried out in collaboration with other researchers included in the STC Research Centre.

Duties
As a postgraduate student, your main task is to pursue research and graduate studies. An interest in mathematical formulation and analysis, as well as programming is required. The work is of theoretical nature with elements of computer simulations and experimental work. The work will also involve close cooperation with industrial partners and international contacts. The employment consists of 80% research and 20% teaching or other institutional duties.

Jurisdiction
Qualified for application are students who have passed an examination at advanced level or have completed course requirements of at least 240 ECTS, including at least 60 ECTS at advanced (master) level. In addition, the applicant shall have at least 90 ECTS in relevant research discipline or corresponding knowledge. Good knowledge of English, both orally and in writing, is a requirement. A Master of Science degree in electrical engineering, computer science or engineering physics is an appropriate background for employment.

Selection criteria
In addition to the formal qualifications, selection is also based on other works (e.g. thesis), and advanced level courses, and through interviews of applicants. Besides good subject knowledge, emphasis will be on creative thinking, co ability, initiative to work independently and personal suitability for research training. Previous experience of wireless communication, distributed systems, security, programming and signal processing is meritorious.

Employment
This postgraduate position is primarily a 2.5-years employment and is expected to lead to a licentiate degree. Employment may be extended up to the PhD degree, provided that additional funding is obtained.

Location: Sundsvall.

Commencement
By appointment.

Salary
According to the Mid Sweden University regulations for graduate students (Currently 25100 SEK)

Information
Further information is available from Prof. Mikael Gidlund (Head of Research), mikael.gidlund@miun.se, phone +46 60 148692 or Dr. Patrik Österberg (Head of Department), patrik.osterberg@miun.se, phone +46 60 148614. See also http://www.doktorandhandboken.nu for more information on doctoral studies in Sweden.

Union representatives are Ummis Jonsson, SACO, phone +46 63-16 53 08, and Lollo Ljuslin, ST/TCO, phone +46 63 165714.

Application
The application shall include (1) a one-page statement written in English describing the applicant’s motivation for applying for the position, her/his strengths and weaknesses, and carrier interests including a brief description of the candidate's goals and expectations for its graduate studies; (2) transcripts of prior academic degree program(s); and (3) a CV. If available, recommendation letters, list of publications or proof of other relevant qualifications may supplement the application. Female candidates are encouraged to apply, in order to render a more uniform gender distribution at the department. Documents shall be sent to the Registrar, Mid Sweden University, 851 70, Sundsvall, Sweden, or electronically to registrator@miun.se. State ref. no. MIUN 2015/417. Applications must be received by Mid Sweden University no later than 31 March 31 2015.