Kristina Eriksson

Docent / Associate Professor in Production Systems

Senoir lecturer in Logistics, University West, Sweden

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath, United Kingdom

MSc in Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University, United Kingdom

BSc in Mechanical Engineering, University West, Sweden

Associate professor in production systems, at University West, focusing on teaching and research in production logistics, supply chain management, simulation of production flows and industrial work-integrated learning. Currently working part time as an adjunct lecturer for an industry organization, Södra Skogsägarna, and there driving innovation projects on novel technologies and simulation. From a production technology background and acknowledge the importance of inter- and transdisciplinary research. In recent years, research has been conducted within the framework of production with contributions in logistics, sustainable manufacturing, lifelong learning, and industrial digitalization. Use a range of quantitative and qualitative methods, e.g., simulation techniques, interviews, focus groups and case studies. Characteristically, focus on applied research and is driven by working jointly in co-production with companies and organizations going through change. Substantial experience and educational and research interest in both production technology and work-integrated learning. Also, long term experience of developing and introducing novel flexible e-learning concepts for competence development in collaboration between industry and academia, as well as developing academic processes in relation to such higher education.