Research Position in Detonics

FOI, the Total Defence Research Institute, is one of Europe's leading institutes for applied research in defence and security. FOI is an authority under the Ministry of Defence, tasked with conducting research, method and technology development, and investigations to support total defence, disarmament, non-proliferation, and international security. Our activities are primarily commissioned by the Government Offices, the Armed Forces, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB). At FOI, we have about 1400 employees, of which over 1000 work directly with research and development. Our competencies span the entire field from natural sciences and engineering to social and political sciences.

Do you want to contribute to Sweden's defence and security? Are you a researcher passionate about applied physics and eager to develop computational tools for detonics? Then FOI could be your new workplace! We offer a balanced work life, a developing work environment, and a socially important job!

About the Position

In the role of researcher in detonics, you will work at the intersection of physics and chemistry on questions fundamental to Sweden's defence research. You will study the processes that occur when explosives detonate and how these can be influenced for increased safety and performance. You will work with a wide range of tools, from simple mathematical relationships to complex computational programs, such as finite element codes. You will collaborate closely with experimentalists and technicians to design, conduct, and evaluate experiments utilizing advanced measurement methods.

We collaborate with various national and international research organizations, which means that short and long trips may occur.

We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment where you have the opportunity to develop and grow in your role, with strong support from your team. We look forward to welcoming you as an important part of our future!

About the Department

The department's activities contribute to creating and strengthening national expertise in explosives, weapon effects, and protection. Our work spans several technical areas and includes both experiments, calculations, and assessments of complex weapon and protection systems. We strive to create a work environment where everyone, regardless of background, feels welcome and can contribute their perspectives and ideas.

FOI has four locations: Stockholm-Kista, Stockholm-Grindsjön, Umeå, and Linköping. You will be part of one of the research units at the Department of Weapons, Protection, and Security located in Stockholm-Grindsjön. The picturesque Grindsjön is situated in Södertörn, about 40 km south of Stockholm. There are bus connections with Tumba, Västerhaninge, and Ösmo/Nynäshamn.

Please read more here about what we do in the department: Weapons, Protection, and Security.

Do you have the competence profile we need?

Requirements

• PhD in physics, physical chemistry, applied mathematics, solid mechanics, chemical engineering, or equivalent,
• Experience in numerical modeling, e.g., continuum mechanics, molecular modeling, chemical kinetics, or similar,
• Interest in designing and evaluating experiments,
• Basic programming skills,
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in both Swedish and English.

To succeed and thrive with us, you should be self-driven, proactive, and have a clear problem-solving analytical ability. You have a very good ability to work both independently and in a team. We place great emphasis on your personal qualities.

Meritorious

• Postdoctoral experience,
• Authorship of scientific articles,
• Experience in modeling rapid dynamic processes,
• Experience in measurement techniques for rapid dynamic processes,
• Military service,
• Driver's license B

What do we offer you?

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defence and security to support Sweden's military and civil defence. We offer a unique workplace where you can work on what is important for total defence and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defence authorities and among civilian actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defence 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's like to work with us: Work with us (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html).

The position is a permanent employment that may start 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 by February 2!

For more information about the position, please contact Alex Cederholm. Union representatives are Matilda Ågren (Saco-S) and Kimmy Skånberg (OFR/S – ST at FOI). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the position is classified, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with background check will be conducted prior to employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For security clearance, certified copies of relevant education and service certificates will be requested.

FOI is an authority, meaning that submitted application documents become public documents that can be disclosed to external parties upon request according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are declined.