Research Position in the Energy Field

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civilian defense. The research spans several areas, such as underwater, cyber defense, space, electronic warfare, sensor systems, civil defense, CBRNe (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials), military platforms including weapons and protection, as well as security policy analyses. FOI's research plays a key role in building Sweden's defense capability.

Do you want to contribute your expertise to investigate how we can design fixed and mobile facilities regarding energy supply? We at FOI work with research for a safer world. We are now looking for a new colleague in the energy field.

About the Position

What do you contribute to our work?

In the role of researcher in the energy field, you will work on investigations that analyze facilities and systems from the perspective of energy supply. Specific applications include energy solutions for bunker facilities, performance evaluation of various energy storage systems, and mapping of energy needs. The work is both of a theoretical investigative nature and also experimental, often through self-developed experimental setups.

The role also involves strategic work to identify new questions and further develop existing ones, based on the long-term needs of the clients. In this way, the role contributes to advancing the research area.

FOI's operations in the working group are primarily project-funded. Common clients include the Swedish Armed Forces, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration, and the Fortifications Agency. The role as a researcher in the energy field includes project management responsibility for projects of varying complexity that are to be conducted in accordance with FOI's project model. The work is carried out in both large and small projects, which means you will work both independently and collaboratively in a group. The working group has access to labs and equipment to carry out most experimental tasks requested in the field. We collaborate with various national and international research organizations, which means that travel may occur.

About the Unit

You will be part of the Electromagnetic Weapons and Energy unit, which belongs to the Weapons, Protection, and Security department. Please read more about what we do: Weapons, Protection, and Security - Total Defence Research Institute - FOI (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

We offer internal project management courses as well as specific courses to handle the particular risks that occur in our operations.

The picturesque Grindsjön is located on Södertörn, about 40 km south of Stockholm. SL bus connections are available with Tumba, Västerhaninge, and Ösmo/Nynäshamn.

Do you have the competence profile we need?

Requirements

• We are looking for someone with a PhD in energy technology, energy systems, or equivalent.
• You have at least one year of work experience both experimentally and theoretically in development and research-oriented work focused on energy systems and components, or equivalent knowledge.
• You have good knowledge of Swedish and English in both speech and writing.
• To succeed in the role of researcher, you are proactive and have the ability to solve complex problems within the given frameworks of your assignment. You have good communication skills, are stable as a person, and adapt easily to new situations. Since the work involves several contacts both internally and externally, we see that you have very good collaboration skills. We place great importance on your personal qualities.

Meritorious

• It is advantageous if you have experience from experimental work, such as designing experimental setups to verify hypotheses.
• It is also advantageous if you have experience in participating in and driving dialogues with clients to capture current needs and identify new projects.

What do we offer you?

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civilian defense. We offer a unique workplace where you can work on what is important for total defense and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defense authorities and among civilian actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defense capability.

We consciously work for a good work environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: Work with us (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

The position is a permanent employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to be part of seeking answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button no later than January 25, 2026!

For More Information

For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact unit manager Johanna Rosenlind. Union representatives are Filip Gökstorp (Saco-S) and Kimmy Skåneberg (OFR/S – ST at FOI). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the employment is classified, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with background checks will be conducted before employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). Before the security clearance, the final candidate for the position will need to submit verified copies of the educational/degree certificates and employment certificates that substantiate the knowledge and experience relevant to the position.

As we are a government agency, submitted application documents are considered public documents and may be disclosed to third parties upon request in accordance with the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.