The Department of Materials Science at Luleå University of Technology is seeking a highly motivated researcher with an interest in research on bio-based battery materials and their processing within the field of wood and bio-nanocomposites. The research group is conducting ongoing research programs in energy storage, nanomaterials, biomaterials, and composite materials. The department is part of the School of Engineering and Mathematics, where several research areas are closely linked to battery technology and battery testing, such as energy engineering, fluid mechanics, and experimental mechanics.
Program Description
The subject of wood and bio-nanocomposites encompasses the production of materials and composites based on renewable raw materials, such as waste products from the forestry, food, and agricultural industries, as well as carbonized biomaterials. The research focuses on the manufacturing and material development of these raw materials through processes such as electrospinning, extrusion, composite manufacturing, injection molding, and film formation for applications in electronics, energy storage, the automotive industry, packaging, and other areas.
Job Description
The position is affiliated with Bio4Energy and RECAT at Luleå University of Technology. The focus is on the processing of bio-based carbon materials and their evaluation as advanced battery active materials for sustainable energy storage. The research encompasses the development and optimization of process routes as well as an understanding of the relationship between structure and properties of active materials for current and next-generation batteries.
As an Assistant Professor, you are expected to independently plan and carry out research, teaching, supervision, and administrative tasks in line with the long-term goals of RECAT and the Wood and Bio-nanocomposites research group. The role also includes project management, developing your own research activities, and participating in other research projects and educational initiatives.
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Qualifications
To be eligible for employment as an Assistant Professor, the applicant must:
- hold a doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree.
Preference will be given to candidates who have earned a doctoral degree no more than five years prior to the application deadline. Candidates who earned their doctoral degree earlier may also be considered if there are special circumstances. Special reasons include, for example, illness, parental leave, or other similar circumstances.
Evaluation Criteria
The following evaluation criteria apply to the appointment:
- scientific competence
- other evaluation criteria
Other evaluation criteria, ranked by importance:
- documented knowledge in the synthesis and production of active carbon materials for energy storage
- experience in advanced material characterization for energy storage
- experience with bio-based carbon materials in electronic applications
- experience with battery materials, electrochemical characterization, testing, process engineering, and electron microscopy
- a proven track record of strong scientific publications in the field
- good collaboration skills and the ability to engage with the surrounding community
- the ability to communicate research and development results
- ability to teach in Swedish and/or English
- postdoctoral experience in a relevant research area is an asset.
Term of Employment
The position is limited to four years.
Promotion to Associate Professor
An assistant senior lecturer shall, upon application, be promoted to senior lecturer and granted a permanent position if he or she is qualified for such a position and, upon review, is deemed suitable according to the assessment criteria applicable to senior lecturers.
Promotion requires that the assistant senior lecturer has completed higher education pedagogy training equivalent to at least 7.5 higher education credits or has otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge.
During the term of employment, the assistant senior lecturer must also contribute independently, to a significant extent, and with high quality to the university’s research, as well as demonstrate good teaching skills.
Information
Salary according to local agreements. The position is located at the Department of Engineering Science and Mathematics, Division of Materials Science. The location is Luleå.
For further information, please contact: Professor and Head of Department Kristiina Oksman
Email: mailto:kristiina.oksman@ltu.se
This position may be subject to security clearance in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585)
Union representatives:
SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 mailto:diana.chroneer@ltu.se
OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 mailto:marika.vesterberg@ltu.se
Luleå University of Technology actively promotes gender equality and diversity, as well as a creative study and work environment. The university’s core values are based on respect, openness, collaboration, trust, and responsibility.
In the event of any discrepancies in interpretation between the Swedish and English versions of the advertisement, the Swedish version shall prevail.
Application
We ask that you apply via the application button below, attaching a cover letter, CV, degree certificate, and a two-page research plan focusing on the design, processing, and production of new battery materials.
We encourage applicants to follow the university’s application guidelines. Please note that educational qualifications must be documented with particular care.
Please mark your application with the reference number below. Application documents and degree certificates must be written in Swedish or English
Application deadline: July 1, 2026
Reference number: 3581-2026