Postdoctoral Researcher in Industrial Ecosystems and Circular Transition

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Job Responsibilities We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who wants to contribute to the transition towards more circular and resilient industrial systems through research on industrial ecosystems, collaboration and sustainable transformation in the manufacturing industry. The project takes place in close collaboration with the Sustainability Technologies Innovation Centre in Södertälje and its main actors AstraZeneca, Scania and RISE, with particular empirical anchoring at AstraZeneca. The research combines scientific analysis with active development of the platform's long-term transformation capacity. The focus is on how industrial ecosystems can be organized and mobilized to enable circular transition in mature manufacturing systems. Central research questions concern cross-company collaboration, Scope 3 challenges, supplier relationships, industrial symbiosis, resource flows, transparency mechanisms and circular business models. The work encompasses independent research, empirical case studies and analysis of industrial networks and collaboration forms. In close dialogue with industrial and public actors, the postdoctoral researcher will develop and test research-based models and methods in real industrial environments. This position is part of KTH's PROCEED initiative in Södertälje, which creates an internationally attractive research environment in close collaboration with Traton/Scania and AstraZeneca. Regular presence in Södertälje is a central part of the position. We are seeking an analytically strong and curious researcher with an interest in theoretically grounded and applied research on industrial transformation. Qualifications Requirements Completed doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree. This eligibility requirement must be fulfilled by the time the employment decision is made. Documented scientific competence, ability to conduct independent research and ability to publish in international peer-reviewed journals. Documented research competence in areas such as industrial ecosystems, circular transition, circular business model innovation, sustainable industrial transformation or similar. Good ability to communicate orally and in writing in English, as this is required in daily work. Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other researchers, companies and external actors. Pedagogical ability to communicate research to students, researchers and broader audiences. Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with particular focus on gender equality. Meritorious At the last application deadline, no more than three years since the doctoral degree or foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree was awarded. Experience with research on industrial ecosystems, innovation ecosystems, circular business models, industrial symbiosis, sustainability transitions, supply chains, Scope 3-related challenges or sustainable production systems. Experience with empirical research in industrial environments, such as case studies, interviews, document studies, workshops, stakeholder mapping or analysis of collaboration processes. Experience with research or projects related to the pharmaceutical industry, process industry, manufacturing industry or complex supplier and value chains. Experience in developing research applications, coordinating research activities or contributing to interdisciplinary research environments. Ability to communicate research in Swedish or willingness to develop such ability, as the position involves close collaboration with actors in Sweden. 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 have 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 issue and a natural part of KTH's values as a university and state agency. 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 the main responsibility for ensuring that your application is complete when submitted. The application should contain: CV including relevant work experience and knowledge. Copy of degree certificate and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in one of these languages. Brief statement of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximum 2 pages long. The application must be received by KTH no later than the last application deadline at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). About the Employment The employment is permanent, but no longer than two years. A postdoctoral position is a time-limited merit-based position with a primary focus on research intended as a first career step after doctoral graduation. Other Information For information on the processing of personal data in connection with recruitment. It may be that an employment at KTH is placed in a security classification. If so for this particular position, a security vetting of applicants is conducted in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585) with consent. In these cases, a condition for employment is that the applicant is approved after security vetting. We decline direct contact from recruitment and staffing companies and sellers of job advertisements.Job Responsibilities We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who wants to contribute to the transition towards more circular and resilient industrial systems through research on industrial ecosystems, collaboration and sustainable transformation in the manufacturing industry. The project takes place in close collaboration with the Sustainability Technologies Innovation Centre in Södertälje and its main actors AstraZeneca, Scania and RISE, with particular empirical anchoring at AstraZeneca. The research combines scientific analysis with active development of the platform's long-term…

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26. 6. 2026

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