Postdoc in energy technology and policy

Karlstad University; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic working environment

Employee benefits from Chalmers

Generous parental leave and subsidised daycare

Job summary

Karlstad University is seeking up to two postdoctoral researchers in energy technology and policy to develop data-driven models for low-carbon technologies. The role involves research and teaching, requiring a doctoral degree in energy or related fields.

Ideal candidates should have expertise in quantitative modelling and strong analytical skills. Enjoy benefits of Chalmers while working in the coastal city of Gothenburg. Applications are due by August 14th, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have a doctoral degree or equivalent in energy studies, environmental science, or related fields.
• Experience publishing in high-impact journals preferred.
• Some experience in teaching and research potential required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply probabilistic foresight models for low-carbon technologies.
• Analyse the impact of policy interventions on technological change.
• Teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or similar duties up to 20%.

Skills

Experience in energy transitions research

Proficiency in quantitative modelling

Data analysis and scientific computing (e.g., R, Python)

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Education

Doctoral degree in energy studies or related field

Job description

At the Division of Physical Resource Theory, we study how societies can transition toward sustainability. Building on physics and systems analysis, our interdisciplinary research connects technical and social sciences to address challenges such as climate change, energy transitions, and sustainable land use.

About the research project

The Energy Technology and Policy group (ENTAP) is recruiting up to two postdoctoral researchers on technology foresight for policy‑driven low‑carbon technologies. The postdoctoral position will focus on developing data‑driven approaches for probabilistic modelling of new technologies, both established technologies like solar and wind as well as emerging technologies such as hydrogen. The positions will be linked to a number of national projects and embedded in the ENTAP group, with a strong international network and a tradition of interdisciplinary collaboration through shared workspaces and joint seminars.

Who we are looking for

To qualify as a postdoc, you must have a doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in energy studies, environmental science, complex systems studies, economics, public policy, political science, or a related field.

• Experience in energy transitions research.
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in quantitative modelling, data analysis, and scientific computing (e.g., in R, Python).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.

Additional experience that will strengthen your application:

• Experience in developing technology foresight models.
• Experience in policy analysis.
• Experience publishing in high‑impact journals is preferred.

What you will do

• Develop and apply probabilistic foresight models for policy‑driven technologies and explore the meaning of uncertainty in such projections.
• Analyse the extent to which policy interventions can accelerate technological change.
• The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to up to 20 percent of working hours.

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 our benefits for employees.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidised day care, free schools, healthcare, etc. at Move To Gothenburg.

Application deadline

We welcome your application no later than August 14th, 2026.