PhD Student in Engineering Physics

We conduct research and education in physics, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, mathematics, technical design, engineering physics, and subject didactics in mathematics and natural sciences. Here you will find unique and world-leading research within the center formations FSCN Research Centre and Sports Tech Research Centre. At the research center Fibre Science and Communication Network (FSCN), research is conducted on advanced materials and process technology. The work is interdisciplinary and aims to develop resource-efficient processes and improve the functionality of bio-based materials and energy materials. Work Tasks The employment concerns own doctoral education, with research up to 100%. Teaching and administrative work may be included with a maximum of 20%. The current doctoral studies will be conducted within a project focused on the development of aluminum-based batteries, with focus on the electrolyte, positive electrode, and negative electrode. To advance the technology, a fundamental scientific understanding of these key components is required. A central goal is therefore to investigate the mechanisms for energy storage in aluminum batteries under varying operating conditions. As a PhD student, you conduct independent research under the guidance of your supervisors. The work tasks include mainly synthesis and characterization of battery materials, electrochemical evaluation, data analysis, and theoretical analysis. You will also collaborate with the project's national and international partners, conduct courses at the doctoral level, present research results at international conferences and research seminars, and publish the results in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Qualifications Basic eligibility is held by those who have completed a degree at an advanced level, completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits with at least 60 higher education credits at an advanced level, or in another way within or outside the country acquired substantially equivalent knowledge. Special eligibility is held by those who have at least 90 higher education credits in engineering physics, or in another way within or outside the country acquired substantially equivalent knowledge. Assessment Criteria Assessment and selection among applicants is based on scientific skill and personal qualities. In assessing scientific skill, particular attention is paid to demonstrated aptitude for research, the quality of previous academic work, including bachelor's and master's theses and other scientific publications, and the ability to conduct research work independently and in collaboration with others in materials physics. It is meritorious if the applicant has experience in research on the manufacture and characterization of batteries and battery materials, particularly aluminum batteries. Personal Qualities We are looking for a candidate with a strong interest in experimental research and analytical work. You can work independently, take responsibility for a long-term research project, and at the same time contribute to good collaboration in research groups and interdisciplinary environments. You have good ability to collaborate and communicate and are motivated to contribute to an active and supportive research environment. Great weight will be placed on personal suitability. Other Assessment Criteria Very good ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is a requirement. Processing The processing of the employment follows the forms specified in Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance and continues in accordance with Mid Sweden University's employment regulations. Employment and Start Date The doctoral student employment is an employment corresponding to four years of full-time studies and is calculated to lead to a doctoral degree. Start date is 2026-10-01 or by agreement. A new employment as a PhD student applies for a maximum of one year, after which the employment may be renewed with a maximum of two years at a time. Provisions regarding employment as a PhD student are found in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), Chapter 5, Sections 1-7 §§. Place of Employment: Sundsvall Salary: According to Mid Sweden University's salary ladder for doctoral students. Information Further information is provided by Prefect Claes Mattsson, [email protected], +46 (0)10-1428498, Associate Professor Jonas Örtegren, [email protected], or Dr. Ghadir Razaz, [email protected]. Application The application documents must be written in Swedish or English. To the application, please attach CV (maximum three pages), certificate of degree, and a description (maximum one page) of the applicant's visions and goals for doctoral studies in relation to interests and knowledge. Also attach any other documents referenced in the application. We welcome your application through our recruitment system no later than 2026-09-10. Mid Sweden University, with campuses in both Sundsvall and Östersund, is an educational institution with proximity to students, colleagues, and the surrounding society. At the same time, we are located near sea, forest, and mountains, which creates conditions for fantastic quality of life. Here new knowledge is created through internationally successful research and education that contributes to societal development. In this way, we contribute to a sustainable future and a better world. As an employee at Mid Sweden University, you should be able to combine work with leisure time and have a good balance in life. We offer, among other things, flexible working hours, support for health and wellness activities, salary supplementation during parental leave and sick leave. You also get generous vacation days. Mid Sweden University actively works for equal conditions and strives to utilize the qualities that diversity and equality bring to operations. Salary setting is done in accordance with the central salary agreements RALS/RALS-T. Your personal data is processed and stored in accordance with the data protection regulation. We welcome questions from you who are interested in working with us, but decline from those selling ads and recruitment services.

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