Research Engineer in Printed Electronics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

Printed electronics is an emerging field for producing low-cost electronics by printing thin film devices and circuits, for instance on flexible substrates. It is a cross-disciplinary field requiring competence in areas such as material physics, nano-science, electronics, energy sustainability and process technology. One important task for this position is to enhance the collaboration between KTH and other foreign universities in these fields and to generate joint scientific publication and respond to funding applications. Own ideas and experimental work are needed in order to bridge and enhance the present research network. The position is funded by an EU grant.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment.
• To work in a rapidly expanding scientific field with promising possibilities for further employments, including an academic career at, for instance, KTH.
• Good opportunities to work with international scientists with interdisciplinary expertise
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH.

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence. 
• Good knowledge and experience in material engineering, energy storage, and device fabrication
• Excellent communication skills with both spoken and written English
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge and skills in graphene and 2D materials, supercapacitors and batteries, and printing techniques are meritorious for the position.
• We prefer you have a good scientific publication record in the relevant fields.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency.

Trade union representatives

You will find contact information to trade union representatives at KTH's webbpage.

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.

1. CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge, and your publication list.
2. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
3. Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

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

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 6 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.