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Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world-leading expertise in several research areas. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national, and regional companies, public actors, and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has an annual turnover of over 2.3 billion SEK. We have more than 1,800 employees and nearly 21,600 students.

The subject of Production Development uses advanced experimental and theoretical methods. The research is mostly carried out in international projects, in close collaboration with the manufacturing industry. The group offers an inspiring collaborative environment and strives for a well-balanced composition of women and men, with Swedish and international backgrounds. The subject is part of the Department of Product and Production Development, which also includes the subject of Mechanical Engineering.

We are now looking for a postdoctoral researcher who can strengthen the group with research and teaching within materials technology and manufacturing technologies.

Subject Description

Production Development covers both individual processes and techniques for manufacturing, as well as the design of entire systems for industrial production. An important area is laser processing, especially welding, surface treatment, and additive manufacturing, as well as teaching within manufacturing and production.

Project Description

As a postdoctoral researcher, you will participate in a team in various related research projects aimed at creating a deep understanding of laser-based material processing technology. The projects mainly investigate additive manufacturing and surface treatment using experimental methods such as high-speed filming and thermography.

Responsibilities

As a postdoctoral researcher, your main task will be to conduct experimental and theoretical research in the field of laser material processing, which will be published in international peer-reviewed journals or at major national and international conferences. This also includes project management, documentation, and collaboration. The position will involve participation in the department's activities, teaching in production technology, and support in assigned projects.

Qualifications

To be eligible for employment, a PhD or equivalent foreign degree in mechanical engineering or materials technology is required. It is meritorious if your degree was awarded no more than three years before the last application date for this position. If there are special reasons, it may be considered as having completed a PhD earlier, for example, due to various types of statutory leave.

A strong interest, curiosity, and passion for research are prerequisites, along with personal qualities relevant to doctoral education. Good ability to speak and write English is required. International candidates are expected to be interested in learning Swedish.

Information

This position is for full-time employment for two years. Workplace: Luleå. Intended start date: October 2026 or earlier.

For further information, you are welcome to contact Professor Alexander Kaplan, 0920-49 1733, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Union Representatives:

SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Application

We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and copies of verified degree certificates. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and degree certificates must be written in Swedish or English.

Last application date: 2026-08-15

Reference number: 4026-2026