Research Leader (498768)

As the tech firm that created the mobile world, and with more than 54,000 patents to our name, we’ve made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology. This is a place where you're welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team. Are you in?
Come, and be where it begins.

Our Great Opportunity!
We are recruiting a person to head the section “Radio Architecture and Integration”. The research scope is integrated RF and analog baseband circuits, targeting both cellular infrastructure and device implementation in hardware. The group belongs to the Integrated Radio Systems department at Ericsson Research.
The operations comprise both theoretical (simulation) work, IPR creation, implementation, and lab verification. The team is a key part of Ericsson’s radio hardware research and cooperate with both internal and external parties, such as academia and leading IP suppliers.
Ericsson celebrates diversity and encourages applicants of all genders and nationalities.
For this role, you report to Research Manager Integrated Radio Systems.

You will
Develop competence, structure ways of working, and drive collaboration.
Set targets for the group and ensure execution and visibility.
Do technical work in cross-organizational teams.
Work with internal partners such as the IPR and Licensing unit, business units, product development units, and market units to ensure Ericsson’s technology leadership.
Interact with key external parties such as universities, research institutes, and industries. This includes establishing, driving and maintaining collaboration.
Represent both the team and Ericsson Research in customer dialogue and other external events.
Be a role model for co-workers and represent the Ericsson core values – Professionalism, Respect, and Perseverance.



To be successful in the role you must have
First-hand R&D experience, with a solid background in integrated circuit design, radio architectures, and people leadership.
Postgraduate degree (Ph.D.) or M.Sc. with experience from management roles in research and/or product development. International work experience, as well as business experience, is positive but not required.
A genuine interest in human communication and interpersonal skills.
First-hand experience and a track record in innovation and/or patent creation.
An interest in the timeliness and quality of your team’s work.
A passion for global technical and commercial trends.
An aim to try new things and methods.
Very good spoken and written English.



What´s in it for you?
Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.

What happens once you apply?
To prepare yourself for next steps, please explore here: https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers/job-opportunities/hiring-process

Application Process
You are very welcome with your application in English. The selection process will start in parallel to job posting period, please do not wait with submitting your application.
If you have any specific questions about this role, please contact recruiter Nina Juthage, nina.juthage@ericsson.com
Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email.
Location for this role: Lund, Sweden
Last day to apply: 18th of March 2021

Security clearance including references and relevant background screening will be conducted for final candidates.
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Do you believe that an organization fostering an environment of cooperation and collaboration to execute with speed creates better business value? Do you value a culture of humanness, where fact based decisions are important and our people are encouraged to speak up? Do you believe that diverse, inclusive teams drive performance and innovation? At Ericsson, we do.
We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, religion, political opinion, nationality, ethnic background, social origin, social status, indigenous status, disability, age, union membership or employee representation and any other characteristic protected by local law or Ericsson’s Code of Business Ethics.
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