Doctoral student in High-temperature diagnostics

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We are looking for a Doctoral student to become part of our team at the Division of Nano and Biophysics at the Department of Physics and Astronomy. Join our innovative team and contribute to exciting research in developing materials for tomorrow's applications in medice and quantum technology in a collaborative, international and dynamic environment. We use state-of-the-art advanced instruments for understanding how to mechanisms determining the materials properties and enabling the design materials and devices. We collaborate with research groups in academia and industry to complete the chain from material fabrication, device development, structural and properties characterisation and application of the devices.  About us  Division of https://www.chalmers.se/en/departments/physics-and-astronomy/research/nano-and-biophysics/ is working at the forefront of experimental and theoretical research in the field of electron microscopy and correlation of atomic structure to properties. We combine world-class infrastructure, including the access to MC2 clean room and Chalmers materials analysis laboratory with state-of-the-art electron microscopes. The specific mission of Eva Olsson Group is to understand fundamental mechanisms that determine the properties of materials and enable the design of materials for tomorrow using advanced and state-of-the-art electron microscopy. We also develop new methods for correlating atomic structure to properties. We have a wide spread international collaboration network. From quarks to the cosmos – atoms to devices. At https://www.chalmers.se/en/departments/physics-and-astronomy/, we explore everything from the smallest scale to the largest, in order to understand, explain and improve our lives. About the research project   The focus of the project is to develop new and more efficient X-ray detectors. One important aspect is that they are flexible which is well suited for applications in medicine and diagnostics. The research will be carried out within the framework of a collaboration project with Linköping University and Uppsala University. The project is entitled " Flexible X-ray detectors based on novel high-Z covalent organic frameworks" and is funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation.  Who we are looking for The following requirements are mandatory: To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master's degree (masterexamen) of 120 credits or a Master’s degree (magisterexamen) of 60 credits* in physics.  Strong written and verbal communication skills in English  Course credits from one or more courses that include crystallography, diffraction and the theory of reciprocal space  *for students with an education earned outside of Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted.  The following experience will strengthen your application:  Experience in using electron microscopes Experimental experience in high resolution imaging and diffraction using transmission electron microscopes Experimental experience of using energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy in electron microscopes Experience in speciemn preparation for transmission electron microscopy What you will do Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate school of https://www.chalmers.se/en/research/we-train-new-researchers/graduate-schools/physics/ Develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing  The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours Use and further develop techniques for advanced electron microscopy 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  https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/ and our https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/chalmers-as-an-employer/benefits-and-conditions/ for employees.  A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of https://www.goteborg.com/en.  Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at https://www.movetogothenburg.com/  Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/organisation-and-governance/equality/genie-gender-initiative-for-excellence/. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.  If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in. Find more general information about doctoral studies at Chalmers https://www.chalmers.se/en/research/we-train-new-researchers/about-doctoral-studies/.   Application procedure  The application should be written in English and attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.  CV  Personal letter  A brief introduction about yourself.  A brief motivation as to why you are interested in this position.  Bachelor’s and, if available, master’s thesis together with the transcripts.  Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.       A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.     Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.    We welcome your application no later than July 31, 2026 For questions, please contact:   Eva Olsson    Professor mailto:eva.olsson@chalmers.se   We look forward to your application!  *** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***

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Do you want to join an international team of expertise to support industry in better understanding which defects in fibre-reinforced composite structures that can be accepted without compromising quality or safety? We have an open position for a doctoral candidate within LEGEND – a European doctoral network developing increased understanding of, and computational tools for studying the effects of defects in composite structures. About us  The Doctoral student position is placed at the Division of Computational Mechanics and Materials Engineering, which belongs to the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology. We foster an inclusive, friendly, and helpful work environment to which we welcome you to contribute. Our activities integrate computational mechanics and advanced materials technology, combining multidisciplinary expertise to predict, understand, and elevate the performance of engineering materials and structures.     Within the project, you will also be connected to an international team of experts in the area of mechanics of composites through LEGEND – a Marie Sklodowska Curie Action doctoral network project. LEGEND, encompassing a collection of European research organisations and industries, will recruit 14 doctoral candidates, offering a lot of cross-over collaboration. For more information, please visit the LEGEND https://www.legend-msca-dn.com/. About the research project   This project focuses on redefining how defects are assessed in composite aerospace structures  - helping industry move beyond overly conservative repair or discard decisions. The Doctoral student will develop an advanced global–local modelling approach that captures how individual and interacting defects influence structural performance. By combining high-fidelity simulations with experimental testing of lab-scale components, our research will generate new data, validate predictive models, and establish improved defect acceptance criteria. The outcome will be a practical, industry-ready methodology that enables safer, more cost-efficient decisions when dealing with defects in composite components. The project will involve collaborations and secondments (in total 8 months during the first three years) at University of Kore (2 months) and Leonardo S.p.A. (6 months) in Italy. Who we are looking for The following requirements are mandatory: To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master's degree (masterexamen) of 120 credits or a Master’s degree (magisterexamen) of 60 credits* in Applied Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Computational Engineering, Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Physics or similar. Documented experience (education/courses or thesis project with high grades) in the finite element method and the mechanics of fibre-reinforced polymers. Interest and high skills in programming and numerical methods Strong written and verbal communication skills in English  *for students with an education earned outside of Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted.  We also expect that you are analytical, ambitious, independent, and a strong team player that thrives through collaboration. The following experience will strengthen your application:  Documented knowledge (education/courses or thesis project) in computational homogenisation and/or computational micro/mesoscale modelling. What you will do Develop your scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research through written scientific publications and oral presentations at international conferences. Collaborate with fellow doctoral candidates within the LEGEND project, utilising synergies between projects. Actively participate in General Assembly meetings and doctoral training events within LEGEND, distributed across Europe. Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate school of Solid and Structural Mechanics. Develop and implement a computational framework that links small-scale material defects to large-scale structural performance, enabling accurate prediction of how defects affect strength, stiffness, and fracture behaviour. Teach on Chalmers' undergraduate level corresponding to 10 percent of working hours. 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 10%, which extends the position up to four and a half years.  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.  Applicants must not already be in possession of a doctoral degree. Researchers who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but who have not yet formally been awarded the doctoral degree will not be considered eligible. Applicants must not not have resided, worked, or studied in Sweden for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the date of recruitment. Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention are not taken into account.  To sign the contract, the chosen candidate must fulfil the http://ec.europa.eu/research/mariecurieactions. The MSCA DN programme offers a highly competitive and attractive salary and working conditions. The chosen candidate will receive a salary in accordance with the MSCA regulations. The MSCA DN grant offers a monthly Living Allowance (€5,012 per month, as adapted to Sweden), Mobility Allowance (€710 per month), and Family Allowance (€495 per month, if applicable). The salary is subject to taxation and social contributions. Chalmers guarantees the starting salary of the position is minimum 35,725 SEK. What we offer  As a Doctoral student at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits.  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 https://www.movetogothenburg.com/  Application procedure  For information about the application procedure, please refer to the advert on Chalmers' website: https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=15011&rmlang=UK   We welcome your application no later than 31 August. For questions, please contact:   Professor Martin Fagerström email: mailto:martin.fagerstrom@chalmers.se

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Are you excited about shaping the next generation of wireless communication and sensing technologies? As a PhD student at Chalmers, you will conduct cutting-edge research in thermal design, advanced semiconductor technologies, and innovative packaging solutions for high-performance RF and mmWave systems. About us  At the Microwave Electronics Laboratory, we focus on application driven research on high-speed electronic components, circuits and systems for future communication and remote sensing applications. The research spans frequencies from below 1 GHz to 500 GHz. Our main research areas are within wireless high speed digital communication, sensors such as radar systems and radiometers, and microwave heating. We demonstrate innovative microwave components and circuits in our own fabrication lab, the Nanofabrication Laboratory at MC2, or at external cooperation partners/foundries. We characterize our components and circuits in our measurement laboratory.     About the research project   Future wireless communication, radar, and sensing systems require electronics that deliver higher power, greater energy efficiency, and increased integration. This project focuses on developing advanced thermal packaging solutions for GaN-based RF and mmWave electronics, where heat management is critical for performance and reliability. The research combines thermal characterization, modeling, microwave design, and additive manufacturing to create innovative packaging concepts that integrate both thermal and electromagnetic functions in compact, high-performance systems. Who we are looking for We are looking for a self-driven and highly motivated PhD candidate with a strong interest in solving system-level engineering challenges. The ideal candidate enjoys working across disciplinary boundaries at the intersection of electronics, physics, thermal engineering, and advanced materials, and is eager to contribute to the development of next-generation wireless communication and sensing systems. The following requirements are mandatory: To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must hold a Master's degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related field. For applicants with an education earned outside Sweden, a four-year Bachelor's degree may be considered equivalent. A strong interest in electronics, semiconductor devices, heat transfer, thermal management, and/or computational modeling. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand and address complex engineering challenges. Ability and motivation to work both experimentally and theoretically, combining simulations, measurements, and data analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. *for students with an education earned outside of Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted.  Personal qualities are of great importance for this position. We are looking for a curious and ambitious candidate who enjoys learning new skills and tackling multidisciplinary research challenges. You should be able to work independently, take initiative, and contribute effectively to collaborative projects involving colleagues, industrial partners, and international research teams. A structured approach to research, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate scientific findings into practical engineering solutions are highly valued. The following experience will strengthen your application:  Experience with thermal modeling and simulation tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics, ANSYS, CFD software, or equivalent. Experience in RF, microwave, or mmWave engineering. Experience with measurement techniques, laboratory work, and experimental characterization of electronic devices or systems. Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, or similar scientific computing environments. Knowledge of semiconductor devices, electronic packaging, reliability analysis, or heat transfer. Experience with additive manufacturing, advanced materials, or multiphysics simulations. Previous research experience through thesis work, publications, industrial R&D projects, or other advanced engineering projects. What you will do Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate school of Microtechnology and Nanoscience. Develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing  The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours 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.  Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.  If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.    We look forward to your application!