Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. 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 a total turnover of almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. The Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) division of EISLAB focuses on integrated software and application architectures with implementations of massively distributed embedded systems that interact with each other and their environments to enable secure, purposeful, autonomous and evolvable solutions. This includes software-defined systems of systems for automation and digitalization in manufacturing industries. Our research is conducted in close collaboration with companies such as Bosch, Ericsson, Volvo, Infineon, Boliden, LKAB, SKF and leading international universities. A major achievement is Eclipse Arrowhead, an open source framework for industrial automation supported by European industry. A new area of growth is collaboration across borders to develop fully additive manufacturing methods for electronics packaging in Chiplet technology. Several international companies are helping with knowledge and feedback. Topic description Cyber-physical systems encompass embedded software, electronics hardware and application architecture in connected devices and distributed systems. The research aims to create secure, autonomous and evolvable solutions that interact with each other and their environment, from edge to cloud. Project description You will be part of a research team within a European project with the following tasks: -Develop advanced additive manufacturing for micro/nano-metal interconnects in multilayer electronic components. -Identify/optimize new polymers and photosensitive materials for additive manufacturing. -Create laser-based micro-drilling and metallization methods (femtosecond and picosecond pulsed lasers) for high aspect ratio vertical interconnects, preventing copper diffusion and adhesion problems. -Use different types of advanced material analysis (SEM, AFM, XCT, optical microscopy) to check the structure, shape accuracy and strength of the component interface. -Evaluate scalability and sustainability by reducing material waste, improving energy efficiency, avoiding high temperature sintering and ensuring compatibility with industrial HDI packaging. The project contributes to the digitization of European industry through the development of chiplette technology. EISLAB is responsible for the electronics packaging and applies the technology in areas such as IoT, SoS automation and AI/ML. Results include scientific publications and open source code for Eclipse Arrowhead. The project involves close collaboration with both academic and industrial actors in Europe. The work is largely independent, but you also collaborate with researchers at LTU and global technology companies for support and common goals. Work tasks As a PhD student, you will work towards a PhD degree as the final goal. Most of your time will be spent working on research projects where you will develop proof-of-concept to experimentally evaluate and explore aspects of industrial software systems and components. You will communicate your results at international conferences and in scientific journals. To support your thesis work, you will take courses as part of your PhD studies, generic courses for LTU PhD programs, specially designed courses, etc. Your research and coursework will be planned and documented in your individual study plan throughout your studies. In addition, teaching and other tasks are carried out at the division or department for doctoral students, which is limited to a maximum of one year of the total five-year period. Qualifications We are looking for a talented, analytical and motivated colleague who can carry out advanced research both independently and in collaboration with our research team. Your background includes -Master's degree (or equivalent) in electrical engineering/electronics, materials science, nanotechnology, microelectronics or a related field -Practical experience or knowledge of micro/nano-manufacturing techniques (e.g. laser direct writing, electroless electroplating, photolithography, additive manufacturing) -Familiarity with advanced analytical and characterization tools (e.g. XCT, SEM, AFM) -Proficiency with CAD and simulation and modeling tools (e.g. CLEWIN, ANSYS, COMSOL) -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams -Fluency in both spoken and written English is required. For further information on specific doctoral training see curricula for doctoral studies in the Faculty of Engineering Information about the position Employment as a doctoral student is limited to 4 years, teaching and other departmental duties can be added up to 20% of full time. Place of employment: Luleå. Planned start: fall 2025 For further information, please contact Shailesh Singh Chouhan, 0920-49 2165, shailesh.chouhan@ltu.se Trade union representative: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se How to apply 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 diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the diplomas must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: June 15 Reference number: 1955-2025