Doctoral student in Product and Production Development

Emerging Scholars Council; Jönköpings kommun; On-site; SEK 303,552 - 410,688; Full time

Job summary

Jönköping University, a young professional-oriented university with strong international ties, invites applications for a doctoral student position in Product and Production Development. The role combines doctoral coursework with research projects conducted in close collaboration with industry and academic partners.

The COMPASS project focuses on performance indicators and shared understanding to support sustainable and circular product realisation.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree (one- or two-year), Master of Science in Engineering, or equivalent in a relevant field such as Product and Production Development, Mechanical Engineering, or a related area
• Alternatively, at least 240 ECTS credits, of which a minimum of 60 ECTS credits are at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge

Responsibilities

• Conducting research such as case studies, literature reviews, and workshops
• Developing and analysing methods, tools, and frameworks related to product and production development
• Contributing to the integration of sustainability into product realisation processes
• Writing and publishing scientific articles and presenting research results
• Collaborating with industry partners and participating in project meetings, workshops, and conferences
• Engaging in interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange

Skills

Sustainable product realisation

Product and production development

English communication

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

240 ECTS credits with 60 at second-cycle level

Job description

About The Employer

Jönköping University

Jönköping University is a young professional-oriented university characterised by a high degree of internationalization, an entrepreneurial spirit ...

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The School of Engineering, Product development, production and design

About The Position

As a doctoral student in Product and Production Development, you will conduct research within the project COMPASS – Performance indicators and shared understanding supporting sustainable and circular product realisation.

Link to the project description: https://ju.se/center/spark/en/projects/ongoing-projects/grace/projects-within-grace/compass.html

The position combines doctoral coursework with active participation in research projects conducted in close collaboration with industrial and academic partners.

Your Main Responsibilities Include

• Conducting research such as case studies, literature reviews, and workshops
• Developing and analysing methods, tools, and frameworks related to product and production development
• Contributing to the integration of sustainability into product realisation processes
• Writing and publishing scientific articles and presenting research results
• Collaborating with industry partners and participating in project meetings, workshops, and conferences
• Engaging in interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange

You will work in a dynamic research environment with strong industry links, focusing on advancing knowledge and methods for sustainable product realisation and integration across organisational levels and functions.

What we offer

• Full-time employment with 80% dedicated to doctoral education and up to 20% teaching
• A stimulating and collaborative research environment with strong opportunities for professional development
• Collaboration with leading academic and industrial partners
• Access to modern research infrastructure and resources
• Competitive salary and benefits

You will work closely with colleagues in the research environment and have the opportunity to contribute to teaching at both bachelor’s and master’s levels. The position offers strong opportunities for both academic and professional development in an international research context.

Additional information

• The position is full-time and will start as soon as possible, preferably in autumn, October 1st 2026 (or as agreed).
• Employment as a doctoral student normally spans five years, corresponding to four years of full-time doctoral studies (80%).
• The position is renewed annually based on progress.

Salary and employment conditions are regulated by collective agreements. Further information about doctoral education, admission regulations, and employment conditions can be found on Jönköping University’s website.

Requirements

To be eligible for the position, the applicant must fulfil the general and specific entry requirements for third-cycle education in Product and Production Development.

Education And Qualifications

• A Master’s degree (one- or two-year), Master of Science in Engineering, or equivalent in a relevant field such as Product and Production Development, Mechanical Engineering, or a related area
• Alternatively, at least 240 ECTS credits, of which a minimum of 60 ECTS credits are at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of sustainable product realisation
• Knowledge of product and production development, including relevant methods and processes
• Good ability to communicate in both spoken and written English

Meritorious Experience

• Experience of academic work, for example thesis work or participation in research projects
• Experience of collaboration with industry or working in project-based environments

Personal Competencies

• Good collaboration skills and ability to work in a team
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for assigned tasks
• Analytical skills and a structured approach to work

Contact

• Paraskeva Wlazlak, [phone], [e-mail]

Union representative

• Mikael Palmgren, Saco-S, [phone]
• Thomas Axelsson, OFR/s, [phone]

Type of employment: Temporary position

Contract type: Full time

First day of employment: 2026-09-01 or as agreed on

Salary: Monthly salary accoring collective agreement

Number of positions: 1

Full-time equivalent: 100%

City: Jönköping

County: Jönköpings län

Country: Sweden

Reference number: HR2026/60

Published: 27.May.2026

Last application date: 24.Aug.2026

Job details

Title: Doctoral student in Product and Production Development

Employer: Jönköping University

Location: Gjuterigatan 5 Jönköping, Sweden

Published: 2026-06-17

Application deadline: 2026-08-24 23:59 (Europe/Stockholm)

Job type: PhD

Field: Production development, , Mechanical Engineering, , Environmental Engineering, , Manufacturing Engineering, , Technology Management, and 1 more Systems Engineering