Researcher in sustainable energy systems - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

In this researcher position, you will belong to the unit Sustainability, Industrial Dynamics and Entrepreneurship (SIDE) at INDEK, where you will be involved in the Research Initiative on Sustainable Industry and Society (IRIS), in area 3: Sustainable energy systems - Technology and business perspective. The focus of the research will be on sector links between the transport, industrial and energy sectors with a focus on biofuels, bioenergy and hydrogen. A major area of work will be to research, publish research reports and write funding applications for research research into the transformation of energy systems and industries to achieve a fossil-free society.

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
• Work in Stockholm , in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, e.g. PhD in Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science and Technology or similar
• You should also have researched the social science consequences of the transformation of energy systems and industries in order to achieve a fossil-free society
• Good knowledge of scientific English is a requirement, as this will be required in day-to-day work

Preferred qualifications

• Publication in international referee-reviewed scientific journals is an advantage
• Teaching ability
• The ability to work towards research results being utilised in practice
• The ability to inform about research and development work
• Experience of developing and leading activities and staff
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

We will place great emphasis on the personal qualities needed to perform the tasks:

• Motivated
• Analytical
• Open-minded and interested
• Communicative
• Engaged
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence

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. Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application.

The application must include:

1. CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
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 1 years, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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