Postdoctoral Researcher in Bio-based Functional Carbon Materials

Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan · Vollzeit

Brinellvägen 23, Stockholm, Schweden

Duties The position involves experimental research on bio-based functional carbon materials, including biochar, graphite, graphene, and activated carbon. The work includes material preparation and modification through thermal and catalytic processes as well as activation and purification, followed by structural, chemical, and functional characterization. The postdoctoral researcher will also be responsible for operation and maintenance of relevant laboratory equipment and analytical instruments. The position also includes supervision of undergraduate and graduate students, participation in scientific publications and research applications, as well as certain administrative support for research activities. Qualifications Requirements Completed doctoral degree or foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree. This qualification requirement must be fulfilled by the time the employment decision is made. Strong English language skills, both oral and written, as required in daily work. Experience with biomass conversion, catalytic graphitization, activation, purification, or exfoliation of carbon materials. Experience with characterization methods such as Raman spectroscopy, XRD, SEM/TEM, BET surface analysis, TGA, or elemental analysis. Experience supervising undergraduate or graduate students. Experience with electrochemical testing, adsorption studies, or other application-oriented evaluation of carbon materials. Meritorious At the application deadline, no more than three years since the doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree was completed. Experience supervising undergraduate or graduate students. Experience participating in or leading research projects. Knowledge of advanced characterization methods for carbon materials. Experience with research-related administrative tasks, such as project coordination and reporting. Strong scientific publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with particular focus on gender equality. 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 participating in 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. Gender equality, diversity, and equal conditions are a quality issue and a natural part of KTH's core 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 via KTH's recruitment system. As an applicant, you have the primary responsibility for ensuring that your application is complete when submitted. The application must include: CV including relevant work experience and knowledge. Copy of degree certificates 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. The application must be received by KTH no later than the application deadline at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). About the Employment The position is permanent, but for a maximum of two years. A postdoctoral position is a time-limited merit-based position with primary focus on research intended as a first career step after completing a doctorate. Other Information For information on the processing of personal data in connection with recruitment. An employment at KTH may be placed in a security classification. If this applies to this position, a security clearance of the applicant will be conducted in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585) after consent. In such cases, approval following security clearance is a prerequisite for employment. We decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as job advertisement sellers.