Post doc in hydrogen infrastructure in energy systems

Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

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Job summary

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg invites applications for a two-year postdoc in Energy Technology. You will conduct own research on hydrogen as an energy carrier, contribute to Nordic energy system modelling and collaborate with social scientists and legal researchers.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary work, teaching opportunities at undergrad/masters level, and contributing to ongoing EU projects such as H2Valley.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in energy systems, power systems, industrial systems or a similar field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience in energy systems modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Carry out your own research within the project.
• Present research results and collaborate with project researchers.
• Supervise master’s and PhD students to some extent; engage in teaching at undergraduate/masters level.

Skills

English proficiency

Energy systems modeling

Education

PhD in energy systems or related field

Job description

REF 2026-0431

We are looking for a postdoc to join our team at the Division of Energy Technology, Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences. Become part of our group and contribute to the transition to sustainable energy systems.

About us

The postdoc position on offer will join a team of senior researchers, postdocs and PhD students dedicated to research with the aim of identifying and evaluating different pathways toward sustainable energy systems. The Division of Energy Technology has extensive experience in the field of energy systems analysis and model methodology development. A focus of the research is to understand the challenges and opportunities of integrating renewable energy sources and electrification of new sectors at different geographical levels. The group participates in several large research projects such as Mistra Electrification and North European Power Perspective. The group has close collaborations with industries, cities, municipalities, regions, and other stakeholders.

About the research project

The overall aim of the postdoc project is to investigate the role of hydrogen as an energy carrier in the energy transition. This includes integrating hydrogen demand, production, distribution and storage into an existing model of the Nordic energy system with high geographical resolution. In particular, it is of interest to understand the value of hydrogen infrastructure on different geographical levels and its interaction with the electricity system. While the research within the position relies on techno-economic modeling, it is carried out in an interdisciplinary EU project (https://h2valley.se/ ), and it is part of the position to share and combine research results with social scientists and legal researchers.

Who we are looking for

The following requirements are mandatory:

• A doctoral degree in energy systems, power systems, industrial systems or similar field. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience in energy systems modeling and analysis

You are expected to have experience with teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.

The following experience will strengthen your application:

• Experience in the development of modeling methodology
• Experience in modeling hydrogen infrastructure (pipelines and/or storages).

Experience working in interdisciplinary teams.

What you will do

• The main task of a postdoc is to carry out their own research.
• Present research results to and collaborate with other researchers within the project.
• Supervise master's and/or PhD students to a certain extent.

Have the opportunity to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master's level.

The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.

Contract terms

The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.

The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.

What we offer

• As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and ourbenefits 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.

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

We welcome your application no later than 2026-10-01

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture.With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.

Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez - forward.

Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our eight Areas of Advance; Built Environment, Energy, Information & Communication Technology, Life Science, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!