Launch week offerEnds in00h00m00s
annual Promonthly Pro
Jens Hardell
6 months ago
This position has expired. You can find similar positions from the section below or browse our positions listing pages.
PhD Student in Tribology and Advanced Measurement Methods for Metallic Materials Wear Luleå University of Technology in Sweden
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Mechanical Engineering
Funding
Available
Deadline
Expired
Country
Sweden
University
Luleå University of Technology
Suggested positions
Keywords
About this position
Luleå University of Technology is seeking a PhD student to join its renowned tribology research group within the subject of Machine Elements. The university is recognized for its rapid growth and world-leading expertise, with research conducted in close collaboration with industry and other academic institutions. The research group, consisting of about 40 researchers and doctoral students, is one of the leading tribology groups in Europe, focusing on both basic and applied research in tribology and its applications.
The project aims to develop advanced measurement methods to quantify what happens inside metallic materials during wear processes. A unique test equipment is being developed at the Division of Machine Elements, which will be used for in-operando measurements at a high-energy X-ray facility (synchrotron). The research will involve measuring local stresses and strains inside materials during sliding friction, enabling improved wear models and deeper understanding of material behavior under wear.
As a doctoral student, you will receive training in scientific publishing, attend national and international conferences, and take compulsory and elective doctoral courses. You may also have opportunities to teach and participate in challenging development projects. The position is mainly experimental, requiring practical skills and detailed knowledge of tribology, tribological tests, surface analysis, and material characterization. Experience with XRD or synchrotron analysis in tribological applications is highly valued.
Applicants must have a Master of Science in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, and possess excellent communication skills in English. The evaluation will focus on relevant knowledge, the quality of the degree project, and personal qualities suited for research. The position is based in Luleå, Sweden, with employment limited to 4 years and possible teaching duties up to 20% of full-time. The tentative start date is spring 2026.
Funding is provided through employment as a doctoral student, with salary according to university regulations. There are no tuition fees for doctoral students in Sweden. Applications should be submitted via the provided application link, including a cover letter, CV, and verified degree certificates and degree project, all written in Swedish or English. The application deadline is May 12, 2026. For further information, contact Professor Jens Hardell at [email protected].
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants must hold a Master of Science in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent. Very good communication skills in English, both spoken and written, are required. Experience in tribological testing, surface analysis methods, and material characterization, especially XRD or synchrotron analysis with tribological applications, is considered meritorious. Evaluation will emphasize knowledge relevant to the project, quality of the degree project, and personal qualities relevant to research. Applications and degree certificates must be written in Swedish or English.
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.
Professors
Professor at Luleå University of Technology
Sweden
Research Interests
Materials Science
Physics
Sustainable Materials
Mechanical Engineering
Tribology
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.