Postdoc position in Mining and Rock Engineering

Luleå Tekniska Universitet

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? As a doctoral student with us, you will work closely with leading researchers in a strong, international research environment, with access to advanced laboratory equipment and solid funding opportunities. You will be offered secure employment, high-quality supervision, and room to grow, both as a researcher and as a person.   The research subject of Building materials (https://www.ltu.se/en/research/research-subjects/building-materials?l=en) consists of 15 persons, including four professors and two postdocs. The subject focuses on the development of sustainable materials and production technologies for the construction industry, as well as on ice and arctic conditions-related research and education.     Subject description Building Materials includes sustainable building materials and their application technologies, recycling and reuse, and applied building physics, especially focusing on the Arctic conditions.     Project description The production of Portland cement still cannot be qualified as an environmentally friendly process due to high CO2 emissions from burning fuels, calcination of limestone, and the negative effects of mining operations. Several solutions are being implemented worldwide, but none have provided an efficient solution. This project aims to study the possibility of substituting the high-temperature clinkering process with a cold synthesis based on mechanochemistry.     Duties As a PhD student, you are expected to perform both experimental and theoretical work within your research studies as well as communicate your results at national and international conferences and in scientific journals. The tasks will include laboratory tests, analysis of data, and modeling.     Qualifications To be eligible, you must have a master’s degree in materials science or chemistry. You should have basic knowledge of building materials, and you should be fluent in English. The following working/research experience will be of advantage: molecular dynamics modelling (with e.g., LAMMPS open-source software), Thermodynamic modelling, XRD with Rietveld analysis, SEM, TG, DSC, micro-CT, Particle size analysis, calorimetry, and AFM.    For further information about a specific subject see http://www.ltu.se/research/Utbildning-pa-forskarniva/Studieplaner/Allmanna-studieplaner-Teknisk-fakultetsnamnd?l=en     Further information Employment as a PhD student is limited to 4 years, teaching and other department duties may be added with max 20%. Placement: Luleå. Starting: January 1, 2027   For further information about the position, please contact Professor Andrzej Cwirzen, (+46) 920-49 3387, andrzej.cwirzen@ltu.se   Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer,(+46 ) 920-49 2037, diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46) 920-49 1721, marika.vesterberg@ltu.se   In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.     Application We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Recruitment communication and possible interviews may be held in English.     Closing date for applications: August 15, 2026 Reference number: 3267-2026

LULEÅ TEKNISKA UNIVERSITET

Do you want to develop your research and teaching in an environment where collaboration with industry and society is a natural part of the work? With us, you will collaborate with dedicated colleagues, have access to modern research infrastructure, and enjoy strong opportunities to attract external funding. You will have the space to make a real difference for your students, your research, and society at large. The subject area of Polymeric composite materials at Luleå University of Technology is now announcing a postdoctoral position. The position focuses on fundamental research on high-performance, thermo-oxidatively stable advanced fiber-reinforced polymer composites. The position focuses on fundamental research on high-performance, thermo-oxidatively stable advanced fibre-reinforced composites.   Subject description   Polymeric Composite Materials is a research area comprising the study of processes and mechanisms that influence the performance and properties of fiber reinforced composites, as well as the know-how regarding their manufacturing techniques.   Project description   The recruitment is carried out with the aim of, through fundamental materials science research on the properties of temperature-resistant candidate resins, developing a deep understanding of new temperature-resistant material combinations. This understanding will be used to establish theoretical models describing the relationship between manufacturing and performance. The ultimate goal is to enable continuous use of new materials in highly demanding environments.   Duties   The candidate will become part of a research group working on validating experimentally verified physical phenomena using relevant material models, as well as development of high-performance composites for a wide range of applications.   Qualifications   To be eligible for the position, the applicant must hold a doctoral degree, or equivalent, in composite materials, materials science and engineering, polymer science, polymer engineering, computational materials science, applied physics, mechanical engineering, physical chemistry, or related fields. A doctoral degree awarded no more than three years before the application deadline provides a useful qualification. Candidates who have been awarded a doctoral degree at an earlier date may also be considered if there are special grounds, for example, different types of statutory leave of absence.   Good proficiency in spoken and written English is required. You should be able to work in a team, take initiative, and have strong collaborative skills.   Additional qualifications include expertise in material characterization, particularly of polymers and composite materials. Competence in curing reactions of thermosetting polymers, practical composite manufacturing, thermochemical and mechanical characterization, as well as modelling of thermo-mechanical properties of composites is also meritorious, as is experience with X-ray tomography and the application of methods—including AI-assisted methods—for data analysis.   The selected candidate must comply with applicable export control legislation, as well as any customer and supplier requirements regarding security and information management. Access to certain information and technology within the assignment is restricted in accordance with applicable export control regulations and license conditions. Only individuals who can be authorized for such access under these regulations may participate in the parts of the assignment covered by these restrictions.   Further information   Full-time fixed term employment for two years with placement in Luleå. Estimated starting date is December 1, 2026.   For further information about the position, please contact Patrik Fernberg, (+46) 920 492883, mailto:patrik.fernberg@ltu.se   Union representatives:   SACO-S Diana Chroneér, (+46) 920-49 2037 mailto:diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46) 920-49 1721 mailto:marita.vesterberg@ltu.se   In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.   Application   We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish.   Closing date for applications: 6 of August 2026 Reference number: 3680-2026

LULEÅ TEKNISKA UNIVERSITET

Do you want to develop your research and teaching in an environment where collaboration with industry and society is a natural part of the work? With us, you will collaborate with dedicated colleagues, have access to modern research infrastructure, and enjoy strong opportunities to attract external funding. You will have the space to make a real difference for your students, your research, and society at large.   The Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering (CENE) offers unique, collective research expertise in civil and structural engineering. The research subject Structural Engineering (https://www.ltu.se/en/research/research-subjects/structural-engineering) is now seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher contributing towards science and technology in condition assessment. In our department we strive for everyone to develop in the subject and as a person.   Subject description   Structural Engineering includes loads, design, sustainability, load carrying capacity, repair and strengthening, of buildings and civil engineering structures made of concrete, steel, wood and other materials, separately or in combination, at normal conditions, in cold climate and in fire.   Project description   The project, Semi-Probabilistic Assessment of Infrastructure under Climate Impacts, develops and applies semi-probabilistic and probabilistic methods to assess the current and future load-bearing capacity of existing infrastructure, taking into account climate change and non-stationary environmental conditions. The objective is to link reliability-based research to practically applicable decision-support tools for infrastructure managers and public authorities.   The work is closely linked to research in bridge monitoring, condition assessment, and data-driven infrastructure management. Data from case studies (inspections, monitoring, and experimental tests) are used for model updating, calibration of safety formats, and prediction of future performance and remaining service life.   Duties   You will conduct research with strong methodological and applied components, leading to publications in peer-reviewed international journals and presentations at major conferences.   Your work will include: Develop semi-probabilistic and probabilistic frameworks for the assessment of existing infrastructure under climate impact Integrate time-dependent deterioration models with climate projections Update models using monitoring and inspection data Calibrate and compare safety formats Translate analytical results into decision-support tools Contribute to supervision, teaching, and research proposals   Qualifications   To be eligible for this postdoctoral position, you must hold a PhD in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field, with specialization in structural reliability, probabilistic methods, infrastructure assessment, or durability. The doctoral degree must be completed at the time of appointment.   The following qualifications and experience are required: Strong research background in structural reliability and probabilistic/semi-probabilistic analysis, as well as safety formats for structural design and assessment Documented experience with time-variant models for structural load-bearing capacity, deterioration processes, or life-cycle-based analysis of structures Experience with Monte Carlo simulation, FORM/SORM, or similar methods Ability to work with experimental, monitoring, or inspection data for model updating and uncertainty quantification Good knowledge of existing structures, particularly concrete structures and bridges Strong publication record Excellent proficiency in spoken and written English, and the ability to work independently as well as in interdisciplinary collaborations   The following qualifications will be considered meritorious: Experience with climate change scenarios and their application in structural or infrastructure assessment Knowledge of code calibration, partial safety factors, or assessment standards for existing structures Experience translating technical results into decision-support tools or guidelines for infrastructure owners or public authorities   Further information   Full-time fixed term employment for two years with placement in Luleå. Starting: As soon as possible.   For further information about the position, please contact Jaime Gonzalez, Senior Lecturer, (+46) 920-49 2970, mailto:jaime.gonzalez@ltu.se or Chao Wang, Senior Lecturer, (+46) 920-49 2944, mailto:chao.wang@ltu.se   Union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer,(+46) 920-49 2037 mailto:diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, (+46) 920-49 1721 mailto:marika.vesterberg@ltu.se   In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.   Application   We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish.   Closing date for applications: August 3, 2026 Reference number: 3824-2026