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 companies and communities of the future. The Waste Technology research group at Luleå University of Technology is looking for you who want to contribute to science and technology, help develop new methods and influence the future of waste management and soil remediation. Waste Technology is located at the Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering, which is a subject-wide department with many successful research groups and recognized educational programs. Waste Engineering is ranked among the top ten research groups globally in the field. Subject description Waste Engineering encompasses all stages of waste management in society - generation, collection, treatment and disposal of waste, including recovery and recycling. The research aims to develop tools and methods for sustainable waste management and soil remediation. Project description The main objective of this project is to create a sustainable and cost-effective solution for the management of PFAS-contaminated soil and groundwater by developing methods and technologies to separate, concentrate and degrade these contaminants. Achieving this goal is a challenging task that requires collaboration between researchers and different stakeholders to develop smart solutions to this challenge. Job description Your tasks will mainly consist of research. You will plan and conduct experiments, perform chemical analyses, evaluate results and describe them in scientific papers to be published in international scientific journals, and presented at national and international conferences. Qualifications To be eligible for employment, a PhD in engineering or natural sciences (environmental engineering, chemical engineering, waste engineering, etc.,) a good publication record in any of these fields and very good oral and written communication skills in English are required. Ability to operate analytical equipment for PFAS analysis is an advantage. Advanced knowledge in soil science or electrochemistry is an advantage, but not a requirement. Information to be provided Temporary full-time employment for one year. Place of employment is Luleå, with start by agreement. For further information, you are welcome to contact: Jurate Kumpiene, Professor 0920-493020, jurate.kumpiene@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: November 28, 2025 Reference number: 4628-2025