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 communities of the future. The Mining and Rock Engineering research group conducts extensive research in production technology linked to mining and blasting technology, which includes the blasting technology competence center Swebrec. Subject description Mining and Rock Engineering covers mining technology, rock engineering and rock mechanics, including rock mass properties, tunneling technology, design and dimensioning of mines and rock facilities, and planning and production processes linked to both mining and infrastructure development. Project description The work is part of an ongoing project on mining-induced seismicity, studying the causes of seismic activity and seismic risk assessment. The project explores how different types of data, such as numerical stress models, seismic velocity models, tomography, geological structures and other relevant information, can be combined to better estimate short-, medium- and long-term seismic risk in deep underground hard rock mines. The aim is to identify suitable methods that can later be applied in a large-scale study. Work tasks Planning and conducting a literature review on statistical methods, applying machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques and evaluating these techniques with respect to their correlations between different parameters and seismicity. In addition, planning full-scale experiments and preparing data for the EPOS-Sweden project. Qualifications To be eligible for employment as a researcher, a doctoral degree in mining engineering or equivalent or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree is required. The work requires experience in mining and/or rock mechanics, good knowledge of the basics of mining-induced seismic activity and seismic source parameters, advanced knowledge and skills in statistical methods for spatial correlation of multiple parameters, some knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence methods, advanced knowledge and practical skills in Python and Matlab, analytical skills to review and summarize large amounts of previously published papers, and good ability to express yourself in writing in English. Information to be provided The position is for a total of 12 months full-time employment from the fall of 2025 with location in Luleå. Start date no earlier than November 1. For further information, please contact: Professor Savka Dineva, 0920-49 3214, savka.dineva@ltu.se Trade union representative: 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, CV/resume and copies of verified diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the diplomas must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: October 16, 2025 Reference number: 3951-2025