Postdoc in processing of bio-based/protein materials, 1 year - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

The project is about processing of protein materials, more specifically gluten plastics. Focus is on plastic processing, but involves also material characterization. You will belong to the division of Polymeric Materials, where we work broadly on both bio-based and petroleum-based polymeric materials, with access to a large instrumental park.  

What we offer

• International workplace.
• A leading technical university that creates knowledge and expertise for a sustainable future.
• Here you get colleagues with high ambitions in an open, curious and dynamic environment.
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• You should have proven experience and knowledge on polymeric materials, which include polymer processing, long-term properties and mechanical properties.

Preferred qualifications

Experience in injection moulding is a merit. You possess scientific skills. Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality is a merit.

We are looking for a person with good co-operative ability and who can also work independently. Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Trade union representatives

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

Temporary employment for up to 12 months. 

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, 1 year.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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