Postdoc in theory development and complex sociotechnical systems | |
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Workplace | Stockholm, Södermanland, Sweden |
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School of Industrial Engineering and Management at KTHJob descriptionWe are looking for a person who wants to contribute to our theory development and conceptualization of the area of complex socio-technical systems. Complex systems are often described as consisting of different parts or levels. Theories for complex systems, such as hierarchy theory, the attention-based view of organizations, social network analysis, and theories around innovation ecosystems, often focus on these descriptions, and define, for example, which parts are important or how different levels depend on each other. A common challenge for these theories is that they are often good at defining how the whole leads to interaction or can affect the parts in a system but are significantly worse at defining how the parts can affect the whole. The position will therefore contribute to developing the research direction by specifically analyzing and describing theory for how parts and levels of complex systems are connected, with the long-term goal of contributing concepts that can be used for modeling and simulation of complex systems. The position will participate in the development of future research projects and networks, also by applying research results in collaboration and network building with researchers at KTH and beyond for the development of the research direction. The position is part of an initiative aimed at developing research with a focus on and knowledge of theory development and conceptualization of complex socio-technical systems. The initiative aims to increase the understanding of the various public/private ecosystems and systems that are part of our society and specifically contribute to their development in the direction of creating a more sustainable society. The initiative will also contribute to linking the three existing research groups at MMK and to the development of activities and practices for relevant research centers at KTH (e.g., ITRL and TECoSA). What we offer
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Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills. Trade union representativesContact information to trade union representatives. To apply for the positionLog into KTH’s recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad. The application should include:
Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). About the employmentThe position offered is for, at the most, two years. A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation. OthersStriving towards gender equality, diversity and equal conditions is both a question of quality for KTH and a given part of our values. For information about processing of personal data in the recruitment process. According to The Protective Security Act (2018-585), the candidate must undergo and pass security vetting if the position is placed in a security class. Information regarding whether the position is subject to such a classification will be provided during the recruitment process. We firmly decline all contact with staffing and recruitment agencies and job ad salespersons. About KTHKTH 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 Apply here Type of employment Temporary position Contract type Full time Full-time equivalent 100 % First day of employment According to agreement Salary Monthly salary Number of positions 1 Location Stockholm County Stockholms län Country Sweden Reference number M-2024-2077 Published 25.Oct.2024 Last application date 22.Nov.2024 Contact Martin Edin Grimheden mjgkth.se | |
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