Do you want to implement colaborative autonomous vehicles in real traffic? We are looking for a postdoc to work together with industry and road authoroties on this.
About us
At the department of Electrical Engineering research and education are performed in the areas of Communications, Antennas and Optical Networks, Systems and Control, Signal processing and Biomedical engineering, and Electric Power Engineering. We work with sustainable and smart solutions to societal challenges, such as energy efficiency and electrification in areas ranging from transport and production systems to communication solutions and biomedical engineering.
The Division of Automatic Control, Automation and Mechatronics conducts interdisciplinary research and education in close collaboration with industry and society. Our research combines fundamental methods with practical applications to address key societal challenges, including sustainable energy systems, battery technologies, smart automation, digitalisation, autonomous vehicles and industrial competitiveness. Through expertise in automatic control, industrial automation and mechatronics, we develop innovative solutions that contribute to safer, more efficient and sustainable technologies. Simulation, modelling and advanced control are central components of our research, which spans applications in manufacturing, transportation, energy systems and beyond.
About the research project
The research project aims at evaluating the benefits of collaborative algorithms given different percentages of cooperating autonomous vehicles in a mixed environment with human drivers concerning energy savings, traffic flow and safety. Using modelling, simulation and optimization techniques different colaborative functionality, and different traffic infrastructure will be evaluated to identify the best conditions for real traffic tests which then will be prepared together with industry.
Who we are looking for
The following requirements are mandatory:
- A doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Social skills, meaning that you enjoy collaborating with others
You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.
The following experience will strengthen your application:
- It is highly meritorious if the doctoral degree has been obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
- Experience of cooperation with several partners such as companies and authorories, especially with the vehicle industry
- Knowledge of Swedish is an advantage
What you will do
The research project aims at evaluating the benefits of collaborative algorithms given different percentages of cooperating autonomous vehicles in a mixed environment with human drivers concerning energy savings, traffic flow and safety. Using modelling, simulation and optimization techniques different colaborative functionality, and different traffic infrastructure will be evaluated to identify the best conditions for real traffic tests which then will be prepared together with industry.
- Using state-off the art algorithms, evaluate the impact of collaborative functionality depending on traffic situations and %- of colaborating vehicles considering energy savings, traffic flow and safety.
- In colaboration with industry partners and road authorities, investigate possible places for implementing the tests in real traffic.
- Publish your results in journals and present them at international conferences.
- Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent.
- Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level.
The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.
Contract terms
The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.
The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.
What we offer
- As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
- A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
- Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.
Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.
If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.
Application procedure
The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.
CV
- A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.
- Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.
Personal letter
- A brief introduction about yourself.
- A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.
- An outline of your future goals and research focus.
Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.
Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.
We welcome your application no later than 2026-08-31
For questions please contact:
Prof. Jonas Sjöberg
[email protected]
We look forward to your application!
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Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
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Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our eight Areas of Advance; Built Environment, Energy, Information & Communication Technology, Life Science, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!
