Vacant job

Job Responsibilities

The Department of Polymer Technology in collaboration with the Department of Organic Chemistry is seeking a researcher interested in developing new light- and electricity-driven processes for selective chemical recycling of common bulk plastics (e.g., PE, PP). You can read more about the research at the departments: Polymer Technology (https://www.kth.se/fpt/polymer-technology) and Department of Organic Chemistry (https://www.kth.se/sv/che/orgkem/avdelningen-for-organisk-kemi-1.18262). Unlike current thermal pathways, the proposed light- and electricity-driven processes are energy- and resource-efficient and can be turned on and off as needed, resulting in significantly improved safety and controllability. The project is conducted in collaboration with IVL and RISE to integrate the assessment of chemical safety, low environmental impact, and scalability into the developed processes.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Laboratory work to develop electro- and photolysis processes for polyolefin recycling
• Characterization of feedstock and recycling products using multiple techniques
• Evaluation and dissemination of results in the form of scientific publications
• Internal and external communication of the obtained results to project partners and other relevant stakeholders

Qualifications

Requirements

• PhD degree or foreign degree deemed equivalent to a PhD.
• Relevant scientific expertise demonstrated through high-quality publications in international scientific journals
• Good knowledge of experimental laboratory work in organic synthesis and analysis of organic compounds using chromatographic and spectroscopic methods

Meritorious

• Research experience in any or some of the following areas: polymer materials and their characterization, chemical recycling, light- and/or electricity-driven chemical reactions
• Ability to communicate research and development work in writing and orally

In assessing suitability for the position, we will evaluate scientific competence, pedagogical ability, and experience in developing and leading operations and personnel.

As a person, you have a strong ability to collaborate, can work independently, and have a good understanding of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.

We will place great emphasis on personal qualities.

Become a Part of KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research, and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in driving and participating in the transition to a sustainable society. Here you will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic workplace with good working conditions and benefits. Gender equality, diversity, and equal opportunities are quality issues and an obvious part of KTH's values as a university and government agency.

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Application

You apply via KTH's recruitment system. As an applicant, you have the primary responsibility for ensuring that your application is complete when submitted.

The application should include:

• CV including relevant work experience and knowledge.
• Copy of degree certificate and transcripts from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in either of these languages.
• A brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests, and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximum 2 pages long.

The application must be received by KTH no later than the application deadline at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the Employment

The employment is temporary according to agreement - for up to 12 months, with start date by agreement.

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