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 that you will help us build the sustainable businesses and communities of the future. The Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering (SBN) offers a unique and comprehensive research competence in the field of building and construction. The Department of Civil and Structural Engineering is now looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher who wants to contribute to science and technology in the field of condition assessment. Within our department, we strive for everyone to develop and grow as people. Subject description Structural engineering covers the loading, design, dimensioning, durability, load-bearing capacity, repair and strengthening of buildings and structures made of concrete, steel, timber and other materials, individually or in combination, in normal conditions, in cold climates and in fire. Project description The project Semi-probabilistic assessment of infrastructure under climate change impacts, develops and applies semi-probabilistic and probabilistic methods to assess the current and future carrying capacity of existing infrastructure, taking into account climate change and non-stationary environmental conditions. The aim is to link reliability-based research to practical decision support for infrastructure managers and public authorities. The work links to research in bridge monitoring, condition assessment and data-driven infrastructure management. Data from case studies (inspections, monitoring, and trials) are used for model updating, calibration of safety formats, and prediction of future performance and remaining service life. Duties and responsibilities You will conduct research with strong methodological and applied elements, with the aim of publishing the results in international, peer-reviewed journals and presenting them at leading scientific conferences. The tasks include: - Develop semi-probabilistic and probabilistic frameworks for the assessment of existing infrastructure under climate change impacts - Integrate time-dependent degradation models with climate projections - Update models with monitoring and inspection data - Calibrate and compare safety formats - Translate analysis results into decision support - Participate in mentoring, teaching and research applications Qualifications To be eligible for this postdoctoral position, you should have a PhD in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or other related discipline, with specialization in, for example, structural reliability, probabilistic methods, infrastructure assessment or durability/durability. The doctoral degree must be completed by the time of admission. Mandatory qualifications: - Strong research background in structural reliability and probabilistic/semi-probabilistic analysis and safety design and assessment of structures - Demonstrated experience in time-variant structural performance modeling, degradation processes or life cycle based analysis of structures - Experience with Monte Carlo, FORM/SORM or similar - Ability to work with experimental, monitoring or inspection data for updating models and uncertainties - Good knowledge of existing structures, especially concrete and bridges - Good publication record - Very good ability to communicate in English in speech and writing, and ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary collaborations Meritorious qualifications: - Experience in climate change scenarios and their application in structural or infrastructural assessment - Knowledge of norm calibration, partial coefficients or assessment standards for existing structures - Experience in translating technical analysis results into decision support or guidelines for infrastructure owners and public stakeholders Information to be provided This position is a full-time position for two years. The place of employment is Luleå. Intended start date: June 1, 2026. For further information, please contact Jaime Gonzalez, Senior Lecturer, 0920-49 2970, jaime.gonzalez@ltu.se or Chao Wang, Senior Lecturer, 0920-49 2944, chao.wang@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: March 17, 2026 Reference number: 1786-2026