Doctoral student in High-temperature diagnostics

Karlstad University; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 362,808 - 434,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Dynamic working environment

Language courses for non-Swedish speakers

Job summary

Karlstad University is looking for a Doctoral student to join the Division of Energy Technology in Gothenburg. The position focuses on developing a new thermal imaging system to improve biomass conversion efficiency in power plants, integrating advanced modeling and experimentation.

The role includes designing experiments, collaborating with industrial partners, and teaching undergraduate courses. The position offers a fixed-term appointment of four years, fully funded with a starting salary of 35,725 SEK per month.

Qualifications

• Must have a master's level degree corresponding to at least 240 higher education (ECTS) credits.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English are required.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute and analyze experiments.
• Conduct modeling and develop tools using CFD, Matlab, and Python.
• Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate school.
• Collaborate with industrial partners and other researchers.
• Communicate results through scientific conferences and journals.

Skills

CFD

Matlab

Python

Excellent writing and communication skills in English

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or Engineering Physics

Job description

About us

At the Division of Energy Technology , we develop and analyze sustainable energy systems and conversion technologies for industry and society. Through strong national and international collaboration, we unite experimental and systems research to create efficient, low-emission solutions driving the transition towards carbon‑neutral energy and industry.

About the research project

The project that you will work with focuses on the development of a new thermal imaging system with the aim to improve the efficiency of biomass conversion in power plants. The work combines advanced radiation and CFD modeling and the use of spectrometer and camera-based data. You will be part of the group’s team that works on related topics and together we will develop a new diagnostic set‑up and conduct experiments on different scales. The research group that you will be part of has a strong track record in developing experimental and modeling tools to study and advance novel high‑temperature processes used for industrial and power generation purposes. We have our own experimental facilities at Chalmers campus, but we will also conduct experiments on an industrial site.

Who we are looking for

To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a master's level degree corresponding to at least 240 higher education (ECTS) credits in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Engineering Physics or equivalent.

Excellent writing and communication skills in English are required.

Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

What you will do

• Design, execute and analyze experiments
• Conduct modeling and develop tools (CFD, Matlab, Python). Part of the work will be based on methods of which there is extensive experience in the research group, but the project will also involve development of new methodologies.
• Take courses at an advanced level within our Graduate school
• Teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours
• Collaborate with industrial partners as well as other researchers. It will be part of your responsibilities to keep contact with the project partners.
• Communicate your results through scientific conferences and journals as well as project meetings and reports.

Contract terms

• The Doctoral student positions are fully funded from start.
• The position is a fixed-term appointment of four years, with the possibility to teach up to 20%, which extends the position up to five years.
• A starting salary of 35,725 SEK per month (valid from May 1, 2026).
• Doctoral studies require physical presence throughout the entire study period. A valid residence permit must be presented by the study start date; otherwise the admission may be withdrawn.

What we offer

• As a Doctoral student at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.

Support for settlement

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.

Contact

Professor, Klas Andersson, Energy Technology, [e-mail], phone [phone]

We look forward to your application!