Doctoral Researcher in Railway Engineering (DSII) / Väitöskirjatutkija, Rautatietekniikka (DSII)

Job Description

The position is to create new knowledge for academia and industry in railway engineering concerning the life cycle management of turnouts. The main goals are:

• Develop mathematical models for turnout ageing curves.
• Understand key parameters influencing curves and simulate changes.
• Support the industry in moving from corrective to predictive maintenance.

As a Doctoral Researcher you will:

• Conduct literature review and collaborate with the partner company and Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency.
• Develop mathematical models to evaluate the remaining useful life of turnouts.
• Publish results in peer‑reviewed journals, conferences, and industry events.
• Teach approximately 5 % of annual working hours.

The work will be supervised by Associate Professor Heikki Luomala, with support from the steering group including company representatives.

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