The development guidelines for Contract Logistics in terms of technology and process innovation - 2026_IDR_DIG_1

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Polytechnic of Milano
Posted on: 03/02/2026 Deadline: 05/03/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

09/IIND-05 - Industrial Mechanical Plants

Description

The Research examines the main trends in Contract Logistics and the sector’s development directions, with a particular focus on digital innovation and the introduction of Artificial Intelligence. The Research sets out to achieve the following specific objectives:- Analyze the development paths of Contract Logistics, with a focus on digital innovation and the introduction of Artificial Intelligence;- Study the main trends in the logistics sector;- Map the available technological solutions and their potential to support companies;- Examine the new business models companies are adopting to effectively integrate these technologies;- Analyze the key application areas of technological solutions within logistics;- Assess strategies for technology adoption and the related process changes;- Explore initiatives aimed at developing the skills required for the digital transformation of the sector.

Job posting website

https://www.polimi.it/en/bandi-incarichidiricerca

Number of positions

1

Funding body

Politecnico di Milano

How to apply

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Selection process

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In order to participate in the selection, please read the call ("bando") available at the following website: https://www.polimi.it/en/bandi-incarichidiricerca Oral test aimed at ascertaining candidates’ aptitude and suitability to carry out the research activity covered by the Fellowship, as well as at assessing their knowledge of English and/or other languages relevant to the research activities to be performed (up to 65 points) Relevance and pertinence of the publications, theses and scientific products attached to the research programme covered by the Fellowship (up to 10 points) Relevance and pertinence of previous research activities and work experience, if any, in relation to the research activity covered by the Fellowship (up to 20 points) Relevance and pertinence of their study programme to the research programme covered by the Fellowship (up to 5 points)

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