The SDU Software Engineering Section at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Institute at University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense invites applications for open positions in fields relevant to software engineering, at the level of assistant professor (3-year period). The candidates will be associated with the field of software engineering within the section.

The SDU Software Engineering section is currently expanding its engagement in modelling, simulation and data analytics, especially in the areas of IoT and usage of sensor data for enhancing modelling and simulation processes. In particular in relation to SDU’s state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 Lab, which is the largest of its kind in Denmark and houses the newest robotics technology, storage cells, mobile robots, AR/VR technology, and digital twin technology.

Profile and requirements
The candidates will be expected to contribute to one or more of the following fields:

• Modelling and Simulation
• Data Analytics
• Reliability Analysis of Cyber-Physical Systems
• Smart production / Industry 4.0

Candidates are required to have a proven research record in at least one of the following fields:

• Statistical data analysis
• Modelling and simulation
• Probabilistic models
• Reliability analysis of stochastic systems
• Data-driven model extraction

Commensurate with the seniority of the position applied for, the candidates must have:

• A strong research and publication record
• Solid experience with industrial collaboration
• A good record of teaching in the fields of computer science and/or software engineering
• Experience of attracting research funding.

All candidates must have a PhD in a field relevant for the position.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and engage in a vigorous research program, collaborate with other faculty units on joint research projects, and actively participate in attracting external research funding in close collaboration with colleagues and management.

The successful applicants will be expected to provide outstanding education at all university level courses, supervise students at all levels and, depending on level, develop junior staff and faculty units.

Research environment
The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute is an international recognized research department that has focused on robotics for more than 3 decades. The department is the origin of robotics research in Denmark, and has spawned the world-renowned cluster of robotics in Southern Denmark with more than 100 robotics companies that includes Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots. Building on our expertise in robotics, we have in recent years also put the department in the lead of UAS research.
Contact information
Further information is available from Professor Sanja Lazarova-Molnar, tel. +45 65509338, email: [email protected] or Head of Section, Torben Worm, tel. +45 93507372, email: [email protected].

Conditions of employment
Employment as an assistant professor requires scientific qualifications at PhD level and is a 3-year temporary position. The employment will cease without further notice at the end of the period.

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please check links for more information on salary and taxation.

The starting date for the positions is preferably 01.06.2021, but will be agreed upon with the successful candidate.

The assessment process
Read about the Assessment and selection process. Shortlisting may be used.

Application procedure
The faculty expects applicants to read How to apply before applying.

The application must be in English and must include:

• Motivated application
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Research plan describing ideas for research and development activities
• Certificates/Diplomas (MSc and PhD)
• Information on previous teaching and supervision experience. Please attach as Teaching Portfolio
• List of publications indicating the publications attached
• Maximum two examples of relevant publications in English. Please attach one pdf-file for each publication
• Reference letters and other relevant qualifications may also be included.

The application deadline is 05.04.2021.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.