Postdoctoral Researcher in Soft Electronics

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We are now seeking a postdoctoral researcher in soft electronics with a position at the Department of Science and Technology, Campus Norrköping. Field of Research The Laboratory for Organic Electronics (LOE, https://www.liu.se/loe) at Linköping University is a world-leading research environment in organic, printed, bio- and soft electronics. This position is part of a research council (VR) funded project titled "Biowaste-Based Stretchable Sensor Modules for Sustainable Plant Wearables", which aims to develop sustainable, stretchable and biodegradable sensor systems for plant-worn applications in precision agriculture. The project addresses a central challenge in modern agricultural technology: enabling continuous monitoring of plant health while minimizing environmental impact. By refining agricultural bio-based waste into functional electronic materials, biodegradable substrates, stretchable conductive inks and multimodal sensor systems are developed to measure growth, microclimate and stress responses in plants. The research combines materials science, printed electronics, stretchable electronics, bioelectronics and sustainable manufacturing to create the next generation of plant-worn sensor technologies. You will join an interdisciplinary research environment and collaborate with both academic and industrial partners, nationally and internationally. Your Responsibilities As a postdoctoral researcher, you will primarily conduct research. Work tasks may also include teaching, but no more than 20% of working time. Your responsibilities include: Development of biodegradable and stretchable substrates based on nanocellulose and other bio-based materials Development and optimization of stretchable conductive inks based on biochar and conductive composites Manufacturing of electronic components and sensor systems using solution-based and printing techniques Characterization of materials and components regarding structure, morphology, mechanical, electrical, electrochemical, optical and electromechanical properties Development and evaluation of multimodal sensors for plant-worn applications (strain, humidity, temperature and volatile organic compounds) Experimental testing of sensors on plant models under controlled conditions Analysis and interpretation of results and publication in scientific journals and presentation at international conferences Collaboration with national and international research partners Your Qualifications A doctoral degree or equivalent foreign degree is required for employment as a postdoctoral researcher. The degree must be completed no later than the decision on employment. It is merited if the doctoral degree was obtained no more than three years before the final application deadline, unless special circumstances exist, such as statutory leave. Requirements for employment: Doctoral degree in materials science, (applied) physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, electrical engineering or a related field Documented experience in one or more of the following areas: Organic or printed electronics Stretchable or wearable electronics Functional materials and composites Sensors and sensor systems Sustainable materials and components Practical experience in materials processing and characterization Ability to conduct independent research and publish scientific results Very good ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written Merited for employment: Experience with conductive polymers, nanocellulose, biochar or biocomposites Experience with printing techniques such as screen printing or other solution-based methods Experience with mechanical and electromechanical characterization of soft materials Experience with sensor technology (gas, humidity, plant sensors), bioelectronics or precision agriculture Experience working in interdisciplinary and international environments We are seeking a motivated and curious researcher with good problem-solving skills and a strong interest in sustainable electronic materials and systems. You are independent, take initiative and have good collaboration skills. You communicate well and drive research projects forward. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities and suitability. Your Workplace You will work under the supervision of Assistant Professor Nara Kim within the research group https://liu.se/forskning/laboratoriet-for-organisk-elektronik/mjuk-elektronik (led by Professor Klas Tybrandt) at LOE. The research group develops materials, components and concepts for soft and stretchable electronic systems. Activities include wearable electronics, bioelectronics, energy storage and neural interfaces. LOE is an internationally leading research environment with approximately 175 researchers and doctoral students within 13 research groups. Activities range from basic research to applications and commercialization and offer access to advanced infrastructure. Location: Campus Norrköping, Linköping University. About the Position The position is time-limited to two years with the possibility of extension up to a total of three years. Full-time. Start date: Autumn 2026 or by agreement. Salary and Benefits Linköping University applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with applicable collective agreements (RALS/RALS-T) and the university's salary formation guidelines. Starting salary for postdoctoral researchers at LOE is approximately 42,500 SEK/month before tax. At Linköping University, you are offered, among other things: At least 28 days of paid vacation Parental leave according to collective agreement Occupational pension Read more about employee benefits https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/formaner Trade Union Representatives For information about trade union representatives, see https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/hjalp-for-sokande. Application You apply for this position by clicking the "Apply" button below. Your application must be received by Linköping University no later than August 7, 2026. Applications received after the final application deadline will not be considered. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, which enriches and develops our activities. For us, it is natural to uphold the equal value, rights and opportunities of all. Read about our work with https://liu.se/artikel/lika-villkor/. We look forward to your application! Linköping University has procurement agreements and requests no direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of job advertisements.We are now seeking a postdoctoral researcher in soft electronics with a position at the Department of Science and Technology, Campus Norrköping. Field of Research The Laboratory for Organic Electronics (LOE, https://www.liu.se/loe) at Linköping University is a world-leading research environment in organic, printed, bio- and soft electronics. This position is part of a research council (VR) funded project titled "Biowaste-Based Stretchable Sensor Modules for Sustainable Plant Wearables", which aims to develop sustainable, stretchable and biodegradable sensor systems for plant-worn applications…

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42 500 SEK /month

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Norrköping

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25. 6. 2026

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