The Evolution of the Smart Home: Connected Devices, New Services, Consumer Habits, and Market Development - 2026_IDR_DIG_41

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Polytechnic of Milano
Posted on: 27/04/2026 Deadline: 25/05/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

09/IIND-05 - Industrial Mechanical Plants

Description

The Research analyzes the evolution of the Smart Home market in Italy and worldwide, exploring connected technologies and devices, innovative business models, consumer behavior, and the dynamics of the technological and regulatory ecosystem. The Research aims to: - Examine the development of the Smart Home market and its main application areas in Italy and in the international context; - Investigate the evolution of connected solutions and devices for smart homes, with a specific focus on security, energy management, comfort, and assistance; - Identify the most innovative business models and services introduced by market players; - Understand consumer needs, expectations, and behaviors in relation to the adoption of connected home technologies; - Monitor the evolution of the technological ecosystem, interoperability standards, and the factors that can accelerate the spread of Smart Home adoption.

Job posting website

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

Number of positions

1

Funding body

Politecnico di Milano

How to apply

https://aunicalogin.polimi.it/aunicalogin/getservizio.xml?id_servizio=1079

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 70 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 15 points) Relevance and pertinence of their study programme to the research programme covered by the Fellowship (up to 5 points)

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