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Luleå University of Technology is in strong growth with world-leading competence in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and ground-breaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefit. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of nearly SEK 2,1 billion per year. We currently have 1,900 employees and 18,700 students. In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in large projects in Northern Sweden to create a fossil-free society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these cutting-edge research projects and in the societal transformation that they entail. We offer a broad range of courses and study programmes to match the skills in demand. We hope that you will help us to build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.The Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering (CENE) offers unique, collective research expertise in civil and structural engineering. The research subject Structural Engineering is now seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher contributing towards science and technology in condition assessments. In our department we strive for everyone to develop in the subject and as a person.    Subject description Structural Engineering includes loads, design, sustainability, load carrying capacity, repair and strengthening, of buildings and civil engineering structures made of concrete, steel, wood and other materials, separately or in combination, at normal conditions, in cold climate and in fire. Project description The project, Drive-by monitoring,  develops, validates, and demonstrates a vehicle-based monitoring system for continuous condition assessment of bridges, where vibration data are collected using trains, buses, and municipal service vehicles. The objective is to advance the method from a research concept to large-scale implementation in urban environments, supporting proactive and data-driven bridge management. The work includes system development and data analysis (sensor integration, data acquisition, signal processing, and indicators based on vehicle–bridge interaction), as well as structural validation in real-world environments through comparison with reference sensors and analysis of operational and environmental influences. The project is carried out in collaboration with municipalities and industry partners and includes the development of decision-support tools for maintenance planning and prioritization. Duties You will conduct research with substantial experimental and data-driven components that are expected to result in publications in peer-reviewed international journals and presentations at major conferences. Your work will include: - Plan and conduct experiments and field tests related to drive-by monitoring - Analyze vibration data from vehicle- and bridge-mounted sensors - Develop and validate condition indicators and decision-support tools - Collaborate with external partners in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of field installations - Contribute to supervision, teaching, and research proposals Qualifications To be eligible for this postdoctoral position, you must hold a PhD in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field, with specialization relevant to structural health monitoring, bridge engineering, structural dynamics, and/or condition assessment. The doctoral degree must be completed at the time of appointment. The following qualifications and experience are required: - Documented research experience in structural health monitoring or bridge condition assessment, preferably with a focus on vibration-based or indirect monitoring methods - Strong publication record - Experience in experimental and/or field-based research, including sensor-based measurements - Experience with instrumentation and analysis of dynamic structural responses - Good understanding of vehicle–bridge interaction and structural dynamics - Excellent proficiency in spoken and written English, and the ability to work both independently and in interdisciplinary collaborations The following qualifications will be considered meritorious: - Experience in drive-by monitoring or indirect monitoring methods - Experience with full-scale testing and collaboration with infrastructure owners or managers - Experience in supervision - Knowledge of data-driven methods, signal processing, or machine learning - Familiarity with sustainable infrastructure management Further information Full-time fixed term employment for two years with placement in Luleå. Starting: June 1, 2026. For further information about the position, please contact Jaime Gonzalez, Senior Lecturer, (+46)920-49 2970, [email protected] or Chao Wang, Senior Lecturer, (+46)920-49 2944, [email protected] Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer,(+46)920-49 2037 [email protected] OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46) 920-49 1721 [email protected] In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence. Application We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Closing date for applications: March 17, 2026 Reference number: 1785-2026