Research Engineer

We harness the power of over 40,000 students and employees. Students who bring hope for the future. Employees who contribute daily to Linköping University's efforts to address contemporary challenges. Our core values rest on credibility, trust, and security. By being brave, thinking freely, and creating anew, we collectively build a better future through both large and small actions. Welcome to apply for a job with us! We are now seeking a Research Engineer for the Department of Computer and Information Science. About the Job The work will be conducted within the EU project 6G-LEADER. The selected candidate will work on topics related to information semantics and targeted communication. As a research engineer, you will primarily be conducting research. About You We are seeking a candidate with a master's degree in computer science, electrical and systems engineering, or a similar field. You should have a solid mathematical background, particularly in stochastic modeling, optimization, and reinforcement learning; Previous experience with EU projects is a plus. A requirement for the position is having produced academic articles, with an expectation of at least three top-tier IEEE or ACM publications as the first author. Your Workplace The Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA) was founded in 1983, but our roots go back to the early 1970s. It is one of the largest computer science departments in Northern Europe. Our research covers a broad spectrum of areas, from fundamental computer science to applied fields. Our extensive research also influences our undergraduate and graduate education, leading to courses in numerous civil and college engineering programs, as well as programs in innovative programming, cognitive science, and statistics. Learn more: https://liu.se/organisation/liu/ida About the Position This is a fixed-term full-time position for 6 months. Start date to be determined by agreement. Salary and Benefits Linköping University applies individual salary setting. Read more about employee benefits here. Union Contacts Information about union contacts can be found in the Applicant Help section. Application Welcome to submit your application with CV and cover letter by November 26, 2026. You can apply for this position by clicking the "Apply" button below. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, as this enriches and develops our organization. It is self-evident to us to protect everyone's equal value, rights, and opportunities. Read about our Equal Opportunities work. Welcome with your application! Linköping University has procurement agreements and requests no direct contact from staffing and recruitment agencies or job advertisement sellers.