项目介绍

2026年4月24日

About us 

At the Division of Physical Resource Theory, we study how societies can transition towards sustainability. Building on physics and systems analysis, our interdisciplinary research connects technical and social sciences to address challenges such as climate change, energy transitions and sustainable land use. 

About the research project  

The research will develop and apply quantitative models to analyse how new environmental constraints affect hydropower operation, flexibility, and system value. At the same time, the project explores opportunities for capacity additions and how this can make hydropower support a power system with increasing shares of variable renewable energy.

By integrating environmental, technical, and economic perspectives, the project aims to provide insights into key trade-offs and guide decision-making for a sustainable and reliable Swedish energy system.

Who we are looking for 

The following requirements are mandatory:

• A doctoral degree in energy systems or applied mathematics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience in energy systems modelling, optimisation, or analysis of  hydropower

Postdoctoral researchers are typically expected to contribute not only to research but also to teaching and academic collaboration as part of their role in European universities

The following experience will strengthen your application

• It is highly meritorious if the doctoral degree has been obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Experience in hydropower modelling, water resource systems, or renewable energy integration
• Experience with Nordic hydropower system
• Experience working with policy-relevant research or stakeholder engagement in the energy sector

What you will do 

• Develop and apply advanced models of the Nordic hydropower system
• Analyse trade-offs between ecological requirements, electricity production, and system flexibility in a renewable energy system
• Publish research in leading scientific journals and contribute to policy-relevant reports
• Collaborate with researchers, industry stakeholders, and public authorities

Postdoctoral researchers typically combine independent research with collaboration, dissemination, and project activities as part of their role in academia

• Supervise master’s and/or Doctoral students to a certain extent, contributing to their academic development and research projects
• Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate and/or master’s level

Contract terms  

The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension. 

The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn. 

What we offer 

• As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees. 
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg. 

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities. 

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in. 

Application procedure 

The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files. 

CV 

• A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications. 
• Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience. 

Personal letter 

• A brief introduction about yourself. 
• A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes. 
• An outline of your future goals and research focus. 

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.  

A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview. 

We welcome your application no later than June 1st 

For questions please contact: 

Fredrik Hedenus, professor
Email: hedenus@chalmers.se

We look forward to your application!