Doctoral student (licentiate) in process metallurgy, measurement of machine - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Project description

Third-cycle subject: Engineering materials science

The production and quality development of Swedish low- and high alloyed niched steels is problematic due to the fact that the stirring intensity cannot be measure during production. The project aim is to solve this by using a combination of indirect measurements with new mathematical methods for signal analysis and machine learning including necessary databases. An initial pre-study has been made based on conditions in Sweden, which shows that a potential exist using vibration measurements to obtain indirect measurements of the stirring intensity as well as reaction progress. During step 1, a deep literature study will be carried out. These results in combination with the results from discussions during a workshop will be used to determine the most suitable methodology for the initial plant trials. In step 2a, initial plant trials will be made to measure the stirring intensity when using gas and/or induction stirring of steel in ladles. At the same time, the reaction process of decarburisation in the AOD converter will be investigated for vibration in step 2b. Based on these measurements and a deep analysis of data using modern signal processing and machine learning methods, long plant campaigns will be performed in step 3a and 3b to determine the capability of the methodology to provide process feedback which can be used for an improved process control. The implementation of this methodology will lead to faster kinetic processes for different metallurgical operations, which will support a sustainable production.

You will be required to work in close collaboration with other researchers from SWERIM and industry.  The project will require a significant amount of experimental work.  Critical assessment of scientific literature and the data collected during the project will be vital.  Creative and analytical problem solving skills are also required.

The position is for two years and leads to a Licentiate degree.

What we offer

• The possibility to study in a dynamic international research environment in close cooperation with industries and advanced universities the world over.
• Life-long network through KTH's Alumni organization.
• A personal study plan to support your development within your areas of interest.
• A workplace with many employee benefits and monthly salary according to KTH's doctoral student salary agreement.
• Work and study in Stockholm, one of Europe´s fastest growing capitals, which is close to both nature and the sea.
• Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH.

Eligibility

To be admitted to postgraduate education (Chapter 7, 39 § Swedish Higher Education Ordinance), the applicant must have basic eligibility in accordance with either of the following:

• passed a degree at advanced level,
• completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 higher education credits at advanced level, or
• in any other way acquired within or outside the country acquired essentially equivalent knowledge,
• master degree in material science and engineering.

Selection

In order to succeed as an doctoral student at KTH you need to be goal oriented and persevering in your work. In the selection of the applicants, the following will be assessed:

• ability to independently pursue his or hers work,
• ability to collaborate with others,
• have a professional approach and
• analyse and work with complex issues,
• knowledge of materials science and process metallurgy. Beneficial with experience from experimental work.

After the qualification requirements, great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities and personal sustainability.

Target degree: Licentiate degree

Information regarding admission and employment

Only those who are or have been admitted to third-cycle studies may be employed as a doctoral student. The term of the initial contract may not exceed one year and may thereafter be extended. Doctoral students may engage in teaching, research, and administration corresponding to a maximum of 20 % of a full-time position.

Union representatives

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Doctoral section (Students’ union on KTH Royal Institute of Technology)

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Application

Apply for the position and admission through KTH's recruitment system. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement.

Applications must be received at the last closing date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/entral European Summer Time).

Applications must include the following elements:

• CV including your relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Application letter with a brief description of why you want to pursue research studies, about what your academic interests are and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. (Maximum 2 pages long)
• Copy of the degree certificate(s) and transcripts of records from your previously attended university-level institutions. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in one of these languages.
• Representative publications or technical reports. For longer documents, please provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.

Other information

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