PhD Student 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 has an annual turnover of over 2.3 billion kronor. We have more than 1,800 employees and nearly 21,600 students. The Department of Materials Science at Luleå University of Technology is seeking motivated candidates interested in research within structural materials, with a focus on design and structuring of advanced sorbent materials for environmental and gas purification applications. The research subject "Structural Materials" has ongoing research programs spanning broad research areas within metallic and ceramic materials (high-temperature intermetallics, space materials, high-strength steel, porous ceramic materials and materials intended for energy recovery). The department is part of the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, which also encompasses 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 an international profile are important for the department, namely the EEIGM civil engineering program and the AMASE master's program. Within these educations, many students conduct project work and thesis projects in projects linked to our research. The research subject Structural Materials consists of five senior researchers, two technicians and nine PhD students. SUBJECT DESCRIPTION Materials engineering encompasses the composition, structure, properties and production of materials, primarily metallic and ceramic materials, as well as their application aspects. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The PhD student will focus on the development of structured sorbent systems and additive manufacturing methods for industrial applications in the capture of NOx and SOx. The work includes formulation of printable sorbent inks and pastes with controlled rheological properties, integration of functional nanoparticles for induction-assisted regeneration, and manufacturing of structured adsorbent geometries using advanced manufacturing techniques. The student will investigate how structural design, porosity and mass transport properties affect adsorption performance, pressure drop, heat management and cyclic stability under humid process conditions. The project will also include scaling up, process integration and evaluation of structured sorbents in pilot-scale systems relevant to flue gas streams from acid plants and greenhouse-based combined heat and power systems. The project has been awarded funding within EIC Pathfinder challenges for converting waste into value creation. DUTIES As a PhD student, you are responsible for defining your daily tasks and how they should be carried out. 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 degree or master's degree in materials science, chemistry or chemical engineering as well as good knowledge and experience of sorption, catalysts and their characterization as well as shaping of sorbents and catalysts. The applicant should have very good ability to express themselves in speech and writing in English. Experience in process engineering, porous materials and synthetic chemistry is advantageous. INFORMATION Employment as a PhD student is limited to 4 years, teaching and other institutional service may be added up to 20% of full-time. The PhD position is at the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, the 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] 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 values are based on respect, openness, cooperation, 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/list of merits 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 application: 2026-08-09 Reference number: 3887-2026Luleå 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 has an annual turnover of over 2.3 billion kronor. We have more than 1,800 employees and nearly 21,600 students. The Department of Materials Science at Luleå University of Technology is seeking motivated candidates interested in research within structural materials,…

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26. 6. 2026

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