A PhD student in Engineering Physics with focus on Triboelectric Materials - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The FSCN research center forms a strong research environment in materials and process technology. We work multidisciplinary and develop knowledge and technology that primarily enables resource-efficient processes, new or improved functionality of bio-based materials, and energy materials. Through close collaboration with companies, we stay updated on market needs and support the development of knowledge in the industry.

The research group in materials physics mainly researches nanomaterials for energy storage and energy conversion. For example, we develop materials and methods for triboelectric nanogenerators, and for large-scale production of graphene for supercapacitors and batteries. We are now looking for a doctoral student for research in triboelectric materials (theory and experiment).

Job description:
Graduate studies including (80–100 %) research as well as teaching and administrative work (0–20 %).

Requirements and assessment:
To be considered for a PhD position, the applicant must meet the entry requirements for admission to Mid Sweden University´s third-cycle programme. In order to meet the entry requirements the applicant must have a second-cycle degree, or have completed at least 240 ETCS credits of which at least 60 credits should be second-cycle courses. An additional requirement is that 90 credits of the 240 total must consist of courses in engineering physics. The applicant is also eligible for consideration if s/he has acquired the corresponding knowledge in some other way. Experience in computational chemistry (DFT, molecular orbitals, etc), and/or triboelectric materials is meritorious, as well as experience from quantum chemistry tools such as Gaussian 16.

Personal qualities such as the ability to collaborate, the ability to take initiatives, and the suitability for doctoral studies will be taken into consideration together with the formal subject knowledge. A brief description of the applicant's visions and goals must be included in the application. You should also have a good ability to express yourself in English, in speech and in writing.

Preparation of the employment:
The preparation of the employment follows the forms specified in Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance and continues in accordance with Mid Sweden University's employment regulations.

Terms of employment:
The PhD position refers to employment corresponding to four years of fulltime studies which are estimated to lead up to a doctoral degree, with sub-reconciliation and evaluation at half-time (licentiate degree / half-time seminar).

Place of employment: Sundsvall

Entry: Expected starting date is 2023-04-01 or according to agreement.

Salary: According to the Mid Sweden University salary scale for PhD students.

Information:
For further information about the employment is provided by Head of Department Claes Mattsson, Mid Sweden University, 010-142 8496, claes.mattsson@miun.se or Associate Professor Renyun Zhang, Mid Sweden University, 010-142 8284, renyun.zhang@miun.se. See also www.miun.se/en/fscn.

Application:
The application must be written in Swedish or English and contain a cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and in what way our research area corresponds to your interests and your educational background. The application must also contain a CV, diploma or equivalent, and other documents that you want to refer to (transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

Welcome with your application via our recruitment system no later than 2023-02-19.