Postdoctor in purification of graphite for lithium-ion batteries

Job description

At the department of chemical engineering, research is conducted with the common objective to develop sustainable processes. We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work in a project focusing on purification of natural graphite for use in batteries. The work is part of a collaboration project with the objective to develop both thermal and chemical processes for this purpose. At KTH the work is focused on developing sustainable chemical processes. The work includes design and experimental studies of simple model systems as well as applied studies in collaboration with the other project partners. The applicant should have extensive experience in laboratory work and is expected to be able to work both independently and in collaboration with colleagues at KTH and other organizations.

The project is led by RISE and is a collaboration between RISE, KTH and Uppsala University, funded by the Swedish Energy Agency. This is a full-time position for two years. The start date is open for discussion.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• We are looking for motivated individuals who can contribute with their own ideas and who can work both independently and as part of a group. Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency.
• Expertise in chemical engineering and/or hydrometallurgy.
• Strong academic credentials and scientific proficiency documented in publications.
• Curiosity, drive and ability to maintain a well-organized work environment.
• Strong laboratory/instrumental skills
• An analytical approach
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Teaching abilities
• Teamwork
• Independence
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Join us at KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority.

Learn more about our benefits and what it's like to work and grow at KTH.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximally two pages long.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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Type of employment

Temporary position

Contract type

Full time

Full-time equivalent

100 %

First day of employment

According to agreement

Salary

Monthly salary

Number of positions

1

Location

Stockholm

County

Stockholms län

Country

Sweden

Reference number

PA-2026-3468

Published

19.Oct.2026

Last application date

09.Nov.2026

Contact

Kerstin Forsberg

kerstino@kth.se