Laboratory Assistant in Vehicle Systems at ISY

We have the strength of more than 50,000 students and employees. Students who give hope for the future. Employees who every day contribute to Linköping University tackling the challenges of our time. Our values are based on credibility, trust, and security. By being courageous, thinking freely, and doing new things, we create together, through great and small actions, a better future. Welcome to apply for a job with us! About the job The assignment for this position is to create and evaluate a prototype of a torque and speed sensor to be used in experiments on electric machines within basic education. A developed basic idea and construction sketch form the basis for the work. If the prototype works well, the work also includes ordering and commissioning equipment for additional machines in the lab. About you To be employed as a laboratory assistant, you must be admitted to higher education at basic or advanced level. You have experience with torque and speed measurement, both regarding the selection of components and the design of the mechanical structure where the sensor elements are mounted. We are looking for someone who is driven, self-directed, and goal-oriented. In addition to knowledge in mechanics and strength of materials, you also have basic knowledge in programming and electronics so that you can, if needed, present measurement results on a display. Your workplace You will work at the Department of Vehicle Systems, which conducts research as well as basic and graduate education in autonomous systems, electrification, battery systems, diagnostics and prognostics, as well as modeling and control of vehicle functions. Read more about https://liu.se/artikel/lediga-tjanster-pa-isy and about https://liu.se/organisation/liu/isy/fs. About the employment The position is an hourly paid position as a laboratory assistant starting as soon as possible. The work is carried out as needed during the fall term 2026 and work shifts are planned in dialogue between employer and employee. The scope may vary depending on operational needs. As a laboratory assistant, you can be employed at most 50% of full-time and the total length of employment may not exceed 3 years according to Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance. Salary and benefits Salary according to Linköping University's central agreement on laboratory assistant wages. Read more about benefits for employees https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/formaner. Union contact persons Information about union contact persons, see https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/hjalp-for-sokande. Application Welcome to submit your application with CV and cover letter by September 1, 2026. You apply for this position by clicking the "Apply" button below. Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; it enriches and develops our operations. For us, it is self-evident to safeguard everyone's equal value, rights, and opportunities. Read about our work at https://liu.se/artikel/lika-villkor/. Welcome with your application! Linköping University has contracted agreements and requests no direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of job advertisements.

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