Researcher - Laboratory Manager at the Hultgren Laboratory

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Responsibilities The Hultgren Laboratory is a KTH infrastructure facility open to students and researchers from universities, institutes, and industry. It offers a comprehensive set of instruments for sample preparation, materials characterization, and measurement of material properties. While the facility provides measurement services, it is primarily designed for independent researcher use, where, after appropriate training, researchers can operate the tools and instruments themselves. Most research conducted at the laboratory focuses on metallic and hard materials, but the equipment is also well-suited for studying a broad spectrum of other solid materials, such as ceramics, polymers, semiconductors, composites, and biomaterials. The overall goal of the Hultgren Laboratory is to enable high-quality and meaningful materials research and education by offering reliable, accessible, and state-of-the-art experimental resources. A central part of this mission is to promote an efficient and well-functioning user environment that supports both scientific excellence and collaboration between academia and industry. The Laboratory Manager holds a key role in achieving these goals. The position is responsible for overall coordination and day-to-day operation of the laboratory, including management of user access, responding to inquiries, and ensuring an effective introduction and training process for new users. The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for maintenance, functionality, and safe operation of all equipment, while providing technical support to users in their experimental work. Additionally, the role includes responsibility for the laboratory's financial monitoring, including budgeting, operating costs, investments, and revenue from user fees and services. While primary responsibility for individual instruments is distributed within the team, the Laboratory Manager is expected to provide technical leadership for selected equipment in line with their expertise, such as XRD, SEM, thermal analysis, or mechanical testing. Beyond operational responsibility, the Laboratory Manager is expected to contribute strategically to the laboratory's development by formulating a clear vision and initiating plans for long-term improvements to infrastructure, services, and instrumentation. The goal is to continuously strengthen the laboratory's capacity and increase its contribution to research quality and innovation. Qualifications Required Completed doctoral degree or foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a doctoral degree. Research experience with materials characterization techniques, such as XRD, SEM, TEM, thermal analysis, and mechanical properties. Scientific competence Pedagogical ability Ability to ensure research results are utilized Ability to communicate research and development work Experience developing and leading operations and personnel Knowledge of diversity and equal treatment issues with special focus on gender equality Collaboration skills Independence Meritorious Doctoral degree with focus on metallic/hard materials Research experience with metallic/hard materials Experience leading laboratory operations and managing equipment Experience supervising students and/or personnel Experience with budget responsibility Experience writing project proposals and funding applications Experience with method development Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and experience conducting risk assessments Good knowledge of Swedish, as it is required in daily work. We will place great emphasis on personal qualities. Become Part of KTH KTH shapes the future through education, research, and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in driving and contributing to the transformation toward a sustainable society. Here you are offered the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic workplace with good working conditions and benefits. Equality, diversity, and equal opportunities are a quality matter and a natural part of KTH's values as a university and public authority. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work and develop at KTH. Trade Union Representatives Contact information for trade union representatives. Application You apply through KTH's recruitment system. As an applicant, you have primary responsibility for ensuring your application is complete when submitted. The application should contain: CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge. Copy of diploma and transcript from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in one of these languages. A brief statement of why you wish to conduct research, your academic interests, and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximum 2 pages. Personal letter, maximum 2 pages long, describing why you are motivated for the position and what qualifications you have for it. Publication list and/or certificate demonstrating your competence in the use, maintenance, and service of laboratories/instruments. The application must be received by KTH no later than the final application deadline at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). About the Employment The employment is permanent according to contract. The employment begins with a six-month probationary period. Other For information on how personal data is processed in connection with recruitment. It may occur that an employment at KTH is placed in a security classification. If this is the case for this particular position, a security vetting of the applicant will be conducted in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585) after consent. In these cases, approval following security vetting is a prerequisite for employment. We decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as job posting vendors.Responsibilities The Hultgren Laboratory is a KTH infrastructure facility open to students and researchers from universities, institutes, and industry. It offers a comprehensive set of instruments for sample preparation, materials characterization, and measurement of material properties. While the facility provides measurement services, it is primarily designed for independent researcher use, where, after appropriate training, researchers can operate the tools and instruments themselves. Most research conducted at the laboratory focuses on metallic and hard materials, but the equipment is…

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30. 6. 2026

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