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 approximately 21,600 students.
The subject of production development uses advanced experimental and theoretical methods. Research is conducted mostly in international projects, in close collaboration with manufacturing industry. The group offers an inspiring collaborative environment and strives for a well-balanced composition between women and men, with Swedish and international backgrounds. The subject is part of the department for product and production development, which also includes the subject of mechanical engineering.
We are now seeking a postdoctoral researcher to strengthen the group with research and teaching in materials engineering and manufacturing technologies.
Subject Description
Production development encompasses both individual processes and techniques for manufacturing, as well as the design of entire systems for industrial production. An important area is laser processing, particularly welding, surface treatment, and additive manufacturing, as well as teaching in manufacturing and production.
Project Description
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will participate in a team working on several related research projects aimed at creating a deep understanding of laser-based material processing technology. The projects investigate primarily additive manufacturing and surface treatment using experimental methods such as high-speed filming and thermography.
Duties
As a postdoctoral researcher, your main task will be to conduct experimental and theoretical research in the field of laser material processing, which will be published in international peer-reviewed journals or at major national and international conferences. This includes project management, documentation, and collaboration. The position will involve participation in the department's tasks, teaching in production technology, and support for assigned projects.
Qualifications
To be eligible for employment, a doctoral degree or equivalent foreign degree in mechanical engineering or materials engineering is required. It is meritorious if your degree was completed no more than three years before the application deadline for this position. If there are special reasons, a doctoral degree completed earlier may be considered, for example in cases of various types of statutory leave.
A strong interest, curiosity, and passion for research are prerequisites, along with personal qualities relevant for research education. Good ability to speak and write English is a requirement. International candidates are expected to be interested in learning Swedish.
Information
This position is a full-time employment for two years. Place of work: Luleå. Intended start date: October 2026 or earlier.
For further information, you are welcome to contact Professor Alexander Kaplan, 0920-49 1733, mailto:[email protected]
Trade union representatives:
SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 mailto:[email protected]
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 mailto:[email protected]
Application
We prefer that you apply for the position using the application button below, where you attach a cover letter and CV/statement of qualifications and copies of verified degree certificates. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and degree certificates must be written in Swedish or English.
Application deadline: 2026-08-15
Reference number: 4026-2026Luleå 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 approximately 21,600 students.
The subject of production development uses advanced experimental and theoretical methods. Research is conducted mostly in international projects, in…
Přehled
Typ
job
Stav
active
Viditelnost
public
Město
Luleå
GPS
65.6152976, 22.0451587
Email
Telefon
Publikováno
29. 6. 2026
Upraveno
25. 7. 2026
Parametry
Kraj
Norrbottens län
Duration
6 månader eller längre
Zaměstnavatel
LULEÅ TEKNISKA UNIVERSITET
Postcode
97187
Počet míst
1
Profese
Postdoktor/Postdoc
Salary Type
Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön
Scope Of Work
100–100 %
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