PhD student in Computer Science

Mälardalen University (MDU) is the youngest university in Sweden. In line with our vision, to be a progressive and collaborative University where we shape a sustainable future together, we wish to make a difference.

Do you want to be involved and contribute to our development?

Together, we can create a sustainable future through knowledge and innovation. We believe that knowledge and new perspectives are best attained and reached together in collaboration with others – our colleagues, students, the private and public sectors, both nationally and internationally

At the School of Innovation, Design and Engineering our students are studying to be for example innovators, entrepreneurs, illustrators, information designers, network technicians and engineers. We have five research specializations with different research profiles and research schools. Our work takes place in cooperation with and in strategic agreements with companies, organisations and public authorities in the region. 
 
Employment information
Employment: Temporary employment
Scope: Full time
Number of positions: 1
Closing date for application: 31 January 2025
Campus location: Västerås
School: School of Innovation, Design and Engineering, (IDT)

 

Eligibility
Access to third-cycle courses and study programmes at a higher education education as well as basic eligibility requirements and assessment criteria, are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 7 §§ 34–41(SFS 1993:100). More information about third-cycle studies at MDU: https://www.mdu.se/en/malardalen-university/education/doctoral-education 

A full-time employment as a doctoral student is attached to this third-cycle studies which corresponds to four years. 

Position description
In the context of the Onto-CompAss project at Software Center (https://www.software-center.se), we are offering a PhD student position in the area of Applied Ontology and Knowledge Engineering.
Onto-CompAss stands for Ontology-based framework for Process & Product Assurance and Legislation Compliance. The project aims at contributing to advancing the state of the art in knowledge engineering in the context of Process & Product Assurance and Legislation Compliance.

This PhD student position focuses on research aimed at:
(i) developing ontology-based practices for legal compliance and assurance,
(ii) developing ontology design patterns for process and product compliance and assurance;
(iii) developing competency-driven query mechanism for legal compliance and assurance;
(iv) applying the findings on industrial case studies.                         

Qualifications








For basic eligibility, the following is required:


• A degree at an advanced level.
• At least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 are at an advanced level.
• Equivalent knowledge acquired in Sweden or abroad through other means.

   

Specific eligibility requirements include having the following:


• a master's level degree i Computer Science. 
• Students with equivalent knowledge can also be admitted.









Assessment criteria
Prior to employment, consideration must be given to the ability to assimilate third-cycle courses and study programmes at a higher education. We will use the following assessment criteria:


• A solid documented background in computer/software engineering. 
• Sound verbal and written communication skills in English
• Documented subject knowledge of relevance to the area of research
• Communication skills and ability to work both individually and in teams with researchers from both academia and industry
• Analytical skills

In an overall assessment of suitability, emphasis is also placed on personal abilities. All employees at MDU are expected to cooperate and treat colleagues and students with respect, take responsibility for the organisation and their own work duties and contribute to a positive work environment. 

We value the qualities that an even distribution of age and gender, as well as ethnic and cultural diversity, can contribute to the organization.

Application
Application is made online. Make your application by clicking the "Apply" button below.

The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and will reach the University no later than closing date for application.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Union representatives:

Saco-S saco-s@mdu.se
Susanne Meijer ST-OFR/S, tel: 021-10 14 89

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