Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. 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 almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future. Robotics and AI at the Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering at Luleå University of Technology is now looking for two students with experience in robotics and reinforcement learning (RL) to work in projects focusing on: - Design of position controllers for satellites using reinforcement learning Where the student's skills and interest should match one of these focus areas. You will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with researchers in robotics and artificial intelligence at Luleå University of Technology in tasks that include: - Reinforcement learning - Multiobjective and constrained RL problem formulations - Satellite constellation management Work tasks Typical tasks for this position will focus on: - Development of algorithms and their software implementation in Python and PyTorch - Validation of results and comparative analysis of proposed methods against baseline methods Qualifications To be eligible for the position, you must be enrolled as a student in a university program and have experience in applied artificial intelligence or related field, with a background in robotics. You should be interested in developing algorithms and training control policies for managing satellite constellations using reinforcement learning (RL). As part of the job involves communicating results in English with colleagues and research partners, you must be able to express yourself well both orally and in writing in English. You will also be expected to take initiative and work independently. Job Information The position is for a fixed term of up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension for a further year. The position is up to 50% of full-time per month. The workload may vary over time and by agreement. The aim is to distribute the work so that it is compatible with your studies. For further information, please contact: Nektarios Aristeidis Tafanidis, +46 (0)729 191 472, nektaf@ltu.se Trade union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter and CV/resume. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Please write your application in English as we have English speakers in the recruitment team. Deadline for applications: March 3, 2026 Reference number: 1729-2026