项目介绍

2026年4月29日

Are you ready for your next challenge? We are looking for a Doctoral student join our team at the Division of Materials and Manufacture at the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Become part of an innovative team and contribute to exciting research in high-entropy ceramics in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
 

About us 

At the department of Mechanical Engineering, we unite the power of technology, people, and society to drive the transition toward a sustainable future. Through research, education, and collaboration, we create solutions that connect materials to mobility, ideas to impact – shaping a resilient and sustainable world.

In the division of Materials and Manufacture you’ll join a friendly, international team passionate about shaping the future of materials and production. Our research spans innovative materials, advanced manufacturing, and sustainable solutions – always with real-world impact in mind, and with strong ties to industry. If you are interested in working experimentally and making a difference in the areas of materials and manufacturing, we look forward to receiving your application. 

About the research project  

The research project is about high-entropy ceramics. It explores how industrial waste can be reused to create durable, high-temperature ceramic materials. Instead of relying on costly and energy-intensive raw materials, the project uses waste from processes like heating systems and glass production. By studying how these recycled materials behave, it aims to develop more sustainable ceramics that can still perform well in extreme environments, while reducing environmental impact and supporting a circular use of resources.

Who we are looking for

The following requirements are mandatory:

• To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master’s degree (masterexamen) of 120 credits or a Master’s degree (magisterexamen) of 60 credits* in Materials Science, Material Engineering, Metallurgy, Ceramics Engineering, or equivalent subject
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English 
• Experience in ceramic materials, powder and bulk materials synthesis, materials characterization, mechanical and oxidation behavior

*for students with an education earned outside of Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted. 

The following experience will strengthen your application: 

• Experience in ceramic materials for high-temperature applications

What you will do

• Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate school of Materials Science 
• Develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing 
• The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers’ undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours
• The major part of your time will be devoted to your research project, where you will be expected to plan, perform and disseminate your work in small and large collaborative environments

Contract terms  

• The Doctoral student positions are fully funded from start. 
• The position is a fixed-term appointment of four years, with the possibility to teach up to 20%, which extends the position up to five years. 
• A starting salary of 34,550 SEK per month (valid from May 25, 2025). 
• Doctoral studies require physical presence throughout the entire study period. A valid residence permit must be presented by the study start date; otherwise the admission may be withdrawn. 

What we offer 

• As a Doctoral student 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.

Find more general information about doctoral studies at Chalmers here.  

Application procedure 

The application should be written in English and 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 

Personal letter 

• A brief introduction about yourself. 
• A brief motivation as to why you are interested in this position. 

Bachelor’s and, if available, master’s thesis together with the transcripts. 

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 29 May, 2026.    

For questions, please contact:  

Professor Sheng Guo:

sheng.guo@chalmers.se

+46 31 772 1254 

We look forward to your application!