Professore / Professoressa SUPSI Open Rank (ordinario/a o associato/a) presso l’Istituto sistemi e elettronica applicata — SUPSI / DTI

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# SUPSI Open Rank Professor (Full or Associate Professor) at the Institute of Systems and Applied Electronics

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) invites applications for a position as

SUPSI Open Rank Professor (Full or Associate Professor)

at the

Institute of Systems and Applied Electronics (ISEA)

within the Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI), based in Lugano. The position carries an employment rate between 80% and 100%, with a starting date to be agreed upon.

Context and Objectives of the Position

The Institute of Systems and Applied Electronics (ISEA) of the Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI) at SUPSI conducts applied research, technology transfer, and education in the field of electronics, ranging from electronic design to the development of advanced embedded and cyber-physical systems. Through close collaboration with companies, public institutions, and national and international academic partners, the Institute develops technological solutions with a high application impact and contributes to innovation within the industrial sector. As part of its strategic development, ISEA intends to strengthen and expand its scientific expertise through the appointment of a Professor capable of developing an original, distinctive, and sustainable research line, while contributing to the scientific and educational growth of the Institute. The position is intended for candidates with solid scientific experience, a strong aptitude for collaboration, and a vocation for establishing strategic partnerships.

Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to

• Advanced control systems, including approaches based on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven methodologies;
• Electronics, sensing, and control for robotics and autonomous systems;
• Power electronics, drives, and electrified systems;
• Intelligent energy systems and technologies supporting the energy transition;
• Edge AI and machine learning for embedded systems and resource-constrained platforms.

Applications in other emerging areas of electronics, automation, and cyber-physical systems, as well as interdisciplinary profiles capable of creating new synergies with the expertise available within ISEA, DTI, and SUPSI, will also be given due consideration. The ability to propose and develop activities of strategic relevance to the Institute will constitute an important element of the evaluation.

Activities and Responsibilities

• Develop and consolidate a scientific area of strategic relevance for ISEA;
• build and coordinate a research group, contributing to the scientific and professional development of its team members;
• conceive, acquire, and lead applied research and development projects funded through competitive programmes and collaborations with industrial partners;
• develop high-quality scientific and technological outputs and promote their valorisation and transfer;
• establish and maintain collaborations with companies, public institutions, and national and international academic partners;
• contribute to the strategic development of the Institute and to synergies with other areas of DTI and SUPSI;
• carry out teaching activities at Bachelor's, Master's and/or continuing education level and supervise theses and projects;
• represent SUPSI in networks, partnerships, and scientific, industrial, and institutional contexts.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• PhD in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Energy Systems, Industrial Informatics, or a related field;
• Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Energy Systems, Industrial Informatics, or a related field;
• established scientific and professional profile in one or more of the areas covered by this call;
• proven experience in the conception, acquisition, and management of competitively funded research and development projects and/or projects carried out in collaboration with industrial partners;
• experience in leading collaborators, project groups, or research teams, with a demonstrated aptitude for scientific leadership and strategic development;
• international experience in academic and/or industrial environments;
• university-level teaching experience;
• knowledge of the Swiss applied research and innovation system;
• experience in the development of technology transfer activities;
• significant and recognised scientific and/or technological output in the relevant field;
• a teaching qualification or a willingness to obtain one, in accordance with Directive 6C of the SUPSI Internal Directives.

Language Skills

• Good command of Italian, or willingness to acquire it within an agreed period;
• excellent command of English;
• knowledge of German or French.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with programmes such as Innosuisse, the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), Horizon Europe, or equivalent funding instruments;
• experience in technology transfer and the valorisation of research results;
• knowledge of the Swiss research and innovation system;
• previous responsibility for a laboratory, research group, or research area;
• experience in the supervision of Bachelor's, Master's and/or doctoral theses.

What We Offer

• A prestigious position at a University of Applied Sciences recognised at national and international level;
• academic appointment as a Full Professor or Associate Professor. Depending on the profile and experience of the successful candidate, and based on the assessment of the Evaluation Committee, consideration may be given to awarding the title of Full Professor.
• the opportunity to develop and lead an independent scientific area with a high degree of autonomy;
• access to the interdisciplinary expertise and infrastructures of DTI and SUPSI;
• an environment strongly oriented towards collaboration with industry, applied research, and technology transfer;
• a team of highly qualified and motivated colleagues;
• the opportunity to contribute directly to the scientific, educational, and strategic development of ISEA;
• a stimulating role with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility within an innovative and interdisciplinary academic environment;
• a modern university campus with state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure.

Our Commitment

In all its activities, SUPSI ensures an inclusive and accessible learning and working environment that respects all forms of diversity, with the goal of providing everyone with a high-quality university education. More information on diversity and inclusion is available at this link .

Application

SUPSI promotes and applies the principles of equal opportunities and inclusion, assessing applications based on the skills and requirements of the position. Only applications submitted by

15 February 2027

through the dedicated online application form will be considered.

Applications must include

• A cover letter in Italian or English outlining the candidate’s motivation (maximum two pages);
• A complete curriculum vitae in Italian or English, including scientific and technological outputs, acquired research and development projects (indicating the role held and the corresponding funding volume), university-level teaching and supervision activities, as well as any honours, awards, and scientific or professional recognitions;
• A research statement (maximum three pages) outlining the candidate’s main achievements, future scientific vision, and the scientific area that the candidate intends to develop;
• Degree certificates and employment certificates;
• A presentation of university-level teaching activities carried out.

Further inquiries can be directed to Prof. Dr. Milena Properzi , DTI Director. In addition to the documents to be sent when applying online, additional documentation (criminal record, copy of an identity document) may be requested at a later stage. Applications that are incomplete, sent to other addresses or after the deadline will not be accepted.

Requirements

• Essential Requirements

• PhD in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Energy Systems, Industrial Informatics, or a related field;

• Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Energy Systems, Industrial Informatics, or a related field;

• established scientific and professional profile in one or more of the areas covered by this call;

• proven experience in the conception, acquisition, and management of competitively funded research and development projects and/or projects carried out in collaboration with industrial partners;

• experience in leading collaborators, project groups, or research teams, with a demonstrated aptitude for scientific leadership and strategic development;

• international experience in academic and/or industrial environments;

• university-level teaching experience;

• knowledge of the Swiss applied research and innovation system;

• experience in the development of technology transfer activities;

• significant and recognised scientific and/or technological output in the relevant field;

• a teaching qualification or a willingness to obtain one, in accordance with Directive 6C of the SUPSI Internal Directives.

• Language Skills

• Good command of Italian, or willingness to acquire it within an agreed period;

• excellent command of English;

• knowledge of German or French.

• Experience with programmes such as Innosuisse, the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), Horizon Europe, or equivalent funding instruments;

• experience in technology transfer and the valorisation of research results;

• knowledge of the Swiss research and innovation system;

• previous responsibility for a laboratory, research group, or research area;

• experience in the supervision of Bachelor's, Master's and/or doctoral theses.

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