The Division of Energy Science at Luleå University of Technology (LTU) has an open PhD position in the subject of Energy Engineering. The main objective of the PhD project is to develop a new technology to reduce by-product from the process.

Energy engineering includes the development of technologies and processes for a sustainable energy supply.  The research focuses on bioenergy technologies and energy efficient use in industry and society.

Duties

As a PhD student you will work for a doctoral degree as the final goal, according to the goals specified in the Higher Education Ordinance. In parallel with your thesis work, you will also undertake courses during your research education.

Your thesis work will be performed as part of a project that develops a new burner design to reduce emission from combustion and gasification. The project was granted financial support from the Norbotten Research Council and will involve researchers from all over Sweden. This project will develop a technique to modify the flow field near pulverized burners, and investigate how the change in flow field affects the dispersion of powder particles and combustion/gasification reactions. Major activities are experimental measurements of near-burner region and statistical and theoretical analyses of experimental data.

Application

For more information about the position and to apply, please click the "Apply through website" button. The application should include a CV, motivation letter and copies of verified and translated diplomas from universities. Your application must be written in English or Swedish. Mark your application with the reference number 749-15.

For further information, please contact Dr Kentaro Umeki, + 46-920-492484, kentaro.umeki@ltu.se or Head of Division, Prof. Marcus Öhman, + 46-920- 49197, marcus.ohman@ltu.se.

We are looking for candidates with a Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields. The candidates who are expecting to complete their master program by the end of June are also welcome to apply for the position. Good knowledge in oral and written English is mandatory.

Successful candidates would have a strong interest in new green technologies and a will to work with experimental studies as well as theoretical analyses. Experiences in gasification, combustion, reaction engineering, chemical kinetics, and/or fluid dynamics are considered as advantages.

Research studies require your ability to proactively deepen your knowledge in the related field and to work independently. We also appreciate the individuals who can take initiatives to interact and build network with industries and universities all over the world. You should be a good team player since the projects involve many stakeholders both in universities and industries.

Given equal qualification, priority will be given to the under-represented gender.

The subject of Energy Engineering at the Division of Energy Science belongs to the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics. The Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics includes a wide range of subjects and has many successful research groups, recognised degree programs, and respected teachers. Research in the department is related to the materials science of metals, composites, and wood; energy engineering issues regarding processes like gasification and combustion; flow phenomena; how to optimise structures with respect to function and how they are produced; and many other issues.

At the subject of Energy Engineering we work closely with companies/industries in both research and student projects. The research conducted has high international standards, and we collaborate with researchers around the world.