Postdoc position in materials chemistry, additive manufacturing

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 270 employees and has a turnover of 300 million SEK. At the department's six programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering programs and master's programs. More information is available on our website.

This recruitment is connected to the Wallenberg Initiative Materials Science for Sustainability (WISE). WISE, funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, is the largest-ever 
investment in materials science in Sweden and will encompass major efforts at Sweden’s foremost 
universities over the course of 10 years. The vision is a sustainable future through materials science. 

Read more: https://wise-materials.org 

All early-stage researchers recruited into the WISE program will be a part of the WISE Graduate School, an ambitious nationwide program of seminars, courses, research visits, and other activities to promote a strong multi-disciplinary and international network between PhD students, postdocs, researchers, and industry. 

Work duties
Postdoctoral fellow in the group of bulk materials within the research program for inorganic chemistry. The research focuses on how the properties of materials are affected by chemical composition and crystal structure. For example, it studies how the process parameters and synthesis methods affect material properties. An important area is new materials for additive manufacturing. The postdoc will work in the intersection of chemistry, physics and materials science; More specifically, with synthesis and characterization of  alloys for application in additive manufacturing of anisotropic materials. The project will be carried out in the group of Professor Martin Sahlberg within the program of inorganic chemistry at the Department of Chemistry-Ångström. Synthesis with high temperature in e.g. electric arc furnace, induction furnace and possibly gas transport methods will be used. Characterization will mainly be performed with diffraction methods such as single-crystal X-ray diffraction, neutron diffraction and in-situ measurements with synchrotron radiation and electron diffraction.

The work duties also include:

• Teaching in the first, second and third cycles of studies
• Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students
• Actively seeking external research funding
• Collaboration with industry and wider society
• Administration related to the work duties listed above

Requirements
PhD degree in Materials chemistry / Inorganic chemistry or equivalent, or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in Materials chemistry / Inorganic chemistry. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc. 

Applicants should be highly motivated and interested in research in chemistry and physics as well as research on additive manufacturing. Documented knowledge in additive manufacturing and high-temperature synthesis with different methods, diffraction and general knowledge of structure-property relationship is a requirement. You must have good knowledge of written and oral English. 

The ability to work both independently and in a team is essential. The application must include a CV, copies of diplomas and transcripts, publications, and a short description of your research interests. The applications will be assessed according to the following criteria: compliance with eligibility criteria, previous experience in related fields as well as personal suitability. The research group is small but highly productive with high requirements on collaborative skills. 

Desirable qualifications
Practical experience in new alloy systems (e.g. high-entropy alloys), magnetic materials and knowledge of different techniques for synthesis and analysis are merits.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years according to central collective agreement. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.  

 For further information about the position, please contact: Martin Sahlberg, martin.sahlberg@kemi.uu.se

Please submit your application by October 7 2024, UFV-PA 2024/3135.

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