Students Needed for Image Annotation in AI Research Project

Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We are shaping the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and from the Arctic region, we create global societal 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 nearly 2.1 billion SEK per year. We currently have 1,900 employees and 18,700 students.

In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in large projects aimed at a more sustainable society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly relevant research projects and the societal transformation that follows. We offer a wide range of educational programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable companies and communities of the future.

We are looking for two students who can work with image annotation within a research project developing AI models to analyze electrical and safety drawings. The work involves marking objects in PDF drawings and creating training data for machine learning. The project is conducted in collaboration with industry partners and offers an opportunity to gain experience in practical AI work.

Job Responsibilities

The work consists of annotating PDF drawings by marking objects with “bounding boxes” in an annotation tool. At least 50 PDF files must be annotated during the period. Instructions and guidance will be provided at the beginning of the project.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirements:

• You must be enrolled as a student at LTU.
• You should be able to work carefully and independently.
• Good computer skills are required.
• Fluent in Swedish and English.

Meritorious:

• Experience in image processing, AI, or annotation is an advantage.

Conditions

Employment as a teaching assistant is regulated by the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 5. Only those who are admitted to undergraduate or graduate education may be employed as teaching assistants (HF Chapter 5 §10).

Hourly Wage/Compensation

For all assignments, you will receive an hourly wage as well as valuable work experience for your CV. Level 1: 156 SEK/hour (equivalent to approximately 25,700 SEK/month for full-time work).

Information

The position covers 50% of full-time from January 12, 2026, to February 11, 2026, or by agreement. The place of work is Luleå. The work can be performed remotely.

For further information, contact: Sana Al-Aazawi, [email protected]

The workload may vary over time and by agreement, but the goal is for it to be distributed in a way that is compatible with studies at the university.

Union Representatives:

SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 [email protected]
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 [email protected]

Application

We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, attaching a personal letter and CV/resume along with copies of verified degree certificates. Please label your application with the reference number below. Both the application and degree certificates should be written in Swedish or English.

Reference number: 7025–2025
Application deadline: January 8, 2026