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Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world leading competence in several areas of research. Our research is conducted in close collaboration with industries such as Bosch, Ericsson, Scania, LKAB, SKF and leading international universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 1.7 billion per year. We currently have 1,650 employees and 15,500 students.

We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research. Drawing on our location in the Arctic region, we create global societal benefit

The research subject Entrepreneurship and innovation include organizational development with a particular focus on business development based on innovative products, services and production solutions, as well as ways to manage and organize operations. The research group collaborates with large national and international companies, small and medium-sized companies (SMEs), policy makers and other research groups. Research results are produced in close cooperation with industry and other actors.

Project description
We are now looking for a postdoctoral researcher for an ongoing project focusing on business model innovation for digitization and automation. The project aim is to develop the ability of Swedish B2B companies and their partners to commercialize digital business model innovations in national and international markets. Examples include fleet & site management services, autonomous solutions and industrial digital platforms. The project involves researchers and more than 40 companies such as ABB, Ericsson, Scania, Boliden, Volvo CE, SCA Forestry, and Komatsu Forest. A significant part of the project is focused on addressing business needs by mapping out challenges, proposing methods for improvement and facilitating the implementation of the proposed methods.

Duties
A postdoctoral researcher position involves being part of a research group where you, in collaboration with others conduct scientific work. It includes collecting and analyzing data, and writing high impact scientific articles, together with others in the research group and individually. We expect the post-doc to target publications in journals on level 3 and 4 in the ABS journal guide. The scientific work for this position will be conducted within the above-described project, and the postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for relationship building and interaction with industrial partners. The position also involves presenting research nationally and internationally, and participating in seminar activities within the research group. Departmental duties such as teaching can also be included but main focus is on research tasks.

Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who has a PhD, preferably within business administration or industrial engineering and management (or equivalent). You should have a strong research credentials related to the research project described above. We expect the post doc to have a solid publication record in journals in ABS level 2-4. Due to the qualitative nature of the research project experience in conducting qualitative research studies is a merit. The position requires good knowledge of oral and written communication in English. Good knowledge of the Swedish language is a merit.

Information
Employment (100%) for the position is limited to two year.

For further information, please contact: Wiebke Reim, +46 (0)920-492079, wiebke.reim@ltu.se

Union representatives: SACO-S Kjell Johansson +46 (0)920-49 1529 kjell.johansson@ltu.se and OFR-S Lars Frisk, +46 (0)920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se

In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.

Application
Please apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter reflecting on the topic of the project and how you intend to contribute (about 1 – 2 A4 pages) and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities (with list over courses with grades). 2-3 academic papers and/or thesis that shows your scientific competence. Mark your application with the reference number below. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish.

Reference number: 3265-2020

Last day of application: November 25, 2020

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Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world leading competence in several areas of research. Our research is conducted in close collaboration with industries such as Bosch, Ericsson, Scania, LKAB, SKF and leading international universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 1.8 billion per year. We currently have 1,700 employees and 15,100 students.
We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research. Drawing on our location in the Arctic region, we create global societal benefit.

The subject of Energy Engineering at the Division of Energy Science belongs to the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics. At the subject of Energy Engineering we work closely with companies/industries in both research and student projects. The research conducted has high international standards, and we collaborate with researchers around the world.

The Division of Energy Science at Luleå University of Technology has an open PhD position in the subject of Energy Engineering. Your research studies will focus on developing a new technology based on immobilized ionic liquids.

SUBJECT DESCRIPTION
Energy engineering includes the development of technologies and processes for a sustainable energy supply. The research focuses on bioenergy technologies and energy efficient use in industry and society.

DUTIES
As a PhD student, you will work for a doctoral degree as the final goal, according to the goals specified in the Higher Education Ordinance. In parallel with your thesis work, you will also develop your general skills by taking courses as part of research education.

The PhD project is part of a four-year research project, together with the partner of RISE-ETC and industrial partners, supported by the Swedish Energy Agency. The overall aim of the project is to develop a new technology for CO₂ separation based on IL-immobilization with confinement to improve both CO₂ absorption capacity and rate. The work covers design, synthesis, characterization and performance testing. This project is a cooperation with Nanjing Tech University (NTU), in China, and part of the work may be carried out at NTU in China if necessary.

Within the PhD research project, we will 1) design and screen ionic liquids based on the developed theoretical model and software COSMO-RS, and then synthesize promising ionic liquids followed by experimental characterization, 2) identify substrates based on literature survey, with subsequent experimental immobilization of ionic liquids and characterization, 3) conduct performance testing for the immobilized ionic liquids at both normal and relatively high pressures combined with co-solvent addition, and the mechanistic study will be conducted within the cooperation with NTU, 4) “Proof-of-concept” via testing with real flue gas from a biomass CHP boiler during the final part of the project.

Full-time fixed-term employment for four years (up to maximum five years) located in Luleå, Sweden. Departmental duties, such as administration and/or lecturing up to 20 % of full-time work may be added. The lecturing assignments are within the courses given for the MSc program in Sustainable Energy Engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS
In order to be eligible, you must have a degree of Master of Science in chemical engineering, energy engineering, material science, or similar specializations. You should have a good knowledge of the English language and good oral and written proficiency. It is desirable that you have a strong interest in ionic liquids. We value a candidate who likes to work in a team but can also take the initiative on their own. We see it as an advantage if you have research experience on ionic liquids and CO₂ separation.

For further information about a specific subject see: General curricula for the Board of the faculty of science and technology.

INFORMATION
For further information, please contact: Professor Xiaoyan Ji, +46-920-49 2837, xiaoyan.ji@ltu.se, Dr. Fredrik Weiland (RISE-ETC), +46 10 516 61 83, fredrik.weiland@ri.se, Professor Marcus Öhman, +46-920-49 1977, marcus.ohman@ltu.se

In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.

Union representatives:
SACO-S Kjell Johansson 0920-49 1529 kjell.johansson@ltu.se or OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se

APPLICATION
We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Mark your application with the reference number below.

Reference: 2658-2020
Application deadline: November 30, 2020

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Luleå University of Technology is experiencing strong growth with world leading competence in several areas of research. Our research is conducted in close collaboration with industries such as Bosch, Ericsson, Scania, LKAB, SKF and leading international universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 1.8 billion per year. We currently have 1,700 employees and 15,100 students.
We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research. Drawing on our location in the Arctic region, we create global societal benefit.

We are looking for a doctoral student to work in the architecture research group at Luleå University of Technology in Luleå. The doctoral position is unique and will lead to a much sought-after competence and will give you as a researcher the opportunity to work in a creative research environment both at Luleå University of Technology and in the organizations and companies with which we cooperate.

You will be part of a research group that works with architecture technology and conservation, urban design and planning, and landscape and transport planning (see www.ltu.se/architecture). You will acquire knowledge and skills and be part of a creative research environment, working in cooperation with industry partners.

SUBJECT DESCRIPTION
Architecture comprises building design, urban and traffic planning, where aesthetics is joined with functional, technical, practical and economic dimensions in relation to people, sustainability, landscape, and the built environment.

PROJECT DESCRITPTION
Sweden’s national targets to achieve 100% renewable electricity production by 2040 and be carbon neutral by 2045 pose several challenges to both urban and rural areas that have historic and cultural values. The installation of new energy technologies (e.g., PV) in these contexts for the building and urban adaptation to climate change could be controversial if their heritage values are to be preserved. This project aims to develop, test, and assess an approach by which local communities living and/or working in the context of historic urban and rural landscapes are motivated to take active part in the climate and energy transformations of their buildings and urban environments.

DUTIESThe work will be carried out in the Architecture group of Luleå University of technology in Luleå. The research field is multi-disciplinary and of both a scientific and an applied nature including fields such as architecture, urban planning, and transport. The PhD student will work with participatory design methods, building-integrated energy thinking, heritage value assessment methods, and energy system engineering in real case studies. All the scientific work will be presented in English in articles in scientific journals.

For further information about a specific subject; General curricula for the Board of the faculty of science and technology

QUALIFICATIONS
The basic requirement for education at the research level is that one has 1) been awarded a degree at an advanced level, 2) completed courses giving at least 240 university credits, of which at least 60 university credits are at an advanced level, or 3) in some other way either in this country or abroad acquired the corresponding knowledge. We are looking for a talented and motivated colleague who can both alone and in cooperation with others carry out advanced research in our research group. The applicant should preferably have a background in architecture, urban planning/design, building conservation, or similar.  It is an advantage if you have previous experience in practice and/or scientific publication. Knowledge of digital software for building and urban simulation (e.g., ArcGIS & Pro, parametric design, and micro-climate simulation, etc.) is an additional merit.

The applicant is expected to carry out her/his doctoral studies full-time in connection with the project described. Luleå University of Technology undertakes to provide excellent working conditions, active support from a qualified supervisory group and a proposal for a doctoral education that will lead to a doctor’s degree in Architecture.  An active participation in the further development of the international research society will be encouraged. The applicant shall be a good team-player with a good knowledge of both oral and written English.  Knowledge of the Swedish language is not a requirement, but the applicant should be prepared within a few years to be able to carry out tasks which require an understanding of Swedish.

INFORMATION
Fulltime fixed-termed employment for four year (up to maximum five years) regulated by the Swedish Higher Education ordinance. Departmental duties (e.g. teaching) up to 20 % of fulltime can also occur. The appointment is planned to start on January 2021. Location: Luleå.

In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.

For further information, please contact: Andrea Luciani, andrea.luciani@ltu.se; Jennie Sjöholm, email: Jennie.Sjöholm@ltu.se; Agatino Rizzo, email agatino.rizzo@ltu.se;

Union representatives:
SACO-S Kjell Johansson +(0)920-49 1529 kjell.johansson@ltu.se
OFR-S Lars Frisk, (+46)920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se

APPLICATION
We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Mark your application with the reference number below.

Final day to apply: October 31, 2020
Reference number: 3077-2020

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Post expires on Saturday October 31st, 2020