Research Engineer at Hultgren Laboratory

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Job Responsibilities Hultgren Laboratory is a KTH infrastructure that is 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. Although the facility offers measurement services, it is primarily designed for researchers' independent use, where after appropriate training, they can use the tools and instruments themselves. Most of the research conducted at the laboratory is focused on metallic 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 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 unit responsible for Hultgren Laboratory also plans and conducts educational activities, including undergraduate courses, where materials characterization forms an important part of the education. The Research Engineer will evaluate how more laboratory-based learning activities can be integrated into undergraduate education, with a focus on materials characterization and measurement of material properties. Qualifications Requirements Completed degree at bachelor's level in the subject of employment or equivalent competence. Good ability to express yourself in English, both orally and in writing, as this is required in daily work. Initiative Ability to work independently Personal maturity Problem-solving ability and analytical skills Awareness of issues related to diversity and equal opportunities, with particular focus on gender equality between women and men Meritorious Master's/Doctoral degree with focus on metallic/hard materials Experience with laboratory techniques Scientific competence and research experience in microstructural characterization, for example SEM, TEM, and EBSD, as well as characterization of mechanical behavior of metallic materials, for example macro-/micro tensile testing, in situ micromechanical testing, etc. Pedagogical experience Good knowledge of Swedish as it is needed 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 transition to 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 conditions are a quality issue and an integral part of KTH's values as a university and state authority. Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work and develop at KTH. Union Representatives Contact information for union representatives. Application You apply through KTH's recruitment system. As an applicant, you have primary responsibility for ensuring that your application is complete when submitted. The application should contain: CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in one of these languages. Cover letter, maximum 2 pages long 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 temporary according to agreement - up to 6 months, with start date according to agreement. Other For information on the processing of personal data in connection with recruitment. It may be that employment at KTH is placed in a security classification. If this is the case for this particular employment, a security vetting of the applicant will be conducted in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585) after consent. In these cases, a prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved following security vetting. We decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as job listing advertisement vendors.Job Responsibilities Hultgren Laboratory is a KTH infrastructure that is 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. Although the facility offers measurement services, it is primarily designed for researchers' independent use, where after appropriate training, they can use the tools and instruments themselves. Most of the research conducted at the laboratory is focused on metallic materials, but the equipment is also…

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active

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Stockholm

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Brinellvägen 23

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59.2877928, 18.0528391copyopen in

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Published

30. 6. 2026

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5. 8. 2026

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