PhD Candidate in Structural Materials

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Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. 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 generates over 2.3 billion SEK in revenue per year. We have more than 1,800 employees and approximately 21,600 students. The Division of Materials Science at Luleå University of Technology is seeking motivated candidates interested in research on structural materials with a focus on design and development of advanced sorbent materials for environmental and gas purification applications. The research subject "Structural Materials" has ongoing research programs spanning broad research areas in metallic and ceramic materials (high-temperature intermetallics, space materials, high-strength steels, porous ceramic materials and materials for energy recovery). The division is part of the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, which also includes several other research subjects with activities in materials engineering, such as materials mechanics and machine elements. In the educational programs, the two main programs with international profile are important for the department, namely the EEIGM Civil Engineering program and the AMASE Master's program. Within these programs, many students perform project work and degree projects in projects linked to our research. The research subject Structural Materials consists of five senior researchers, two technicians and nine PhD candidates. RESEARCH AREA DESCRIPTION Materials Engineering encompasses the composition, structure, properties and manufacturing of materials, primarily metallic and ceramic materials, as well as their application aspects. PROJECT DESCRIPTION You will work on synthesis, optimization and characterization of advanced sorbent materials for selective capture of NOx and SOx under humid industrial conditions. Based on computational results from project partners, the student will develop functionalized activated carbons, ion-exchange zeolites and MOF-based hybrid composites with improved adsorption selectivity, moisture stability and low-temperature regeneration capability. The work includes studies of adsorption mechanisms, binding thermodynamics, NO and NO2 selectivity and effects of SO2 interference using advanced characterization and adsorption techniques. The research will also address sorbent durability under realistic gas mixtures with contaminants as well as optimization of material formulations for additive manufacturing and pilot-scale implementation. The project has been awarded funding through the EIC Pathfinder challenge on waste-to-value conversion. DUTIES As a PhD candidate, you are responsible for defining your daily tasks and how they should be performed. You will act and train as a project manager in combination with your own development. Participation in other projects and teaching will occur up to 20 percent of your time. QUALIFICATIONS The applicant should have a civil engineering or master's degree in materials science, chemistry or chemical engineering, and have good knowledge and experience of sorption, catalysts and their characterization. The applicant should have very good ability to express themselves orally and in writing in English. Experience in process engineering, porous materials and synthetic chemistry is advantageous. INFORMATION Employment as a PhD candidate is fixed-term for 4 years, teaching and other institutional service may add up to 20% of full-time. The PhD position is at the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, Division of Materials Science. Location is in Luleå. For further information, contact: Professor Farid Akhtar, 0920-49 1793 mailto:[email protected] Professor Alberto Vomiero, 0920-49 3139 mailto:[email protected] Trade union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 mailto:[email protected] OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 mailto:[email protected] Luleå University of Technology actively works with equality and diversity to contribute to a creative study and work environment. The university's value base is built on respect, openness, collaboration, trust and responsibility. APPLICATION We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a personal letter and CV/credentials and copies of verified diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and diplomas must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: 2026-08-09 Reference number: 3877-2026Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. 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 generates over 2.3 billion SEK in revenue per year. We have more than 1,800 employees and approximately 21,600 students. The Division of Materials Science at Luleå University of Technology is seeking motivated candidates interested in research on structural materials…

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26. 6. 2026

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