Summary
KTH Royal Institute of Technology is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join a project focused on advanced cavitation systems for water treatment. The position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic international research environment, aiming to tackle environmental challenges related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Postdoctoral Researcher in Cavitation System Design for PFAS Treatment, Stockholm, Sweden
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Location
Stockholm, Sweden
Research Area
Cavitation System Design, Environmental Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Chemical Engineering
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | KTH Royal Institute of Technology |
| Department | Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Systems |
| Project Title | AQUA-CLEAR: Advanced Cavitation for PFAS Treatment and Circular Water Management |
| Collaboration | IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute, Sabanci University (Turkey), Oxford Brookes University (UK), Gdansk University of Technology (Poland) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required:
- Doctoral degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering, fluid mechanics, chemical engineering, applied physics, or a closely related field.
- Strong background in multiphase flows and cavitation phenomena.
- Documented experience in experimental fluid mechanics or reactor development.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Preferred:
- Doctoral degree obtained within the last three years.
- Hands-on experience with cleanroom fabrication and precision manufacturing.
- Proficiency in CAD design and numerical simulation tools (e.g., CFD).
- Experience in 3D printing, high-speed imaging, and cavitation evaluation.
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to work independently.
- Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, particularly gender equality.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Design and optimize hydrodynamic cavitation reactor geometries using advanced computational tools.
- Develop and fabricate reactor components in KTH’s cleanroom facilities.
- Experimentally characterize cavitation dynamics and contribute to the development of hybrid cavitation systems.
- Conduct reactor scaling studies and transition from lab prototypes to pilot-scale concepts.
- Collaborate with international partners and co-author publications.
- Supervise MSc and PhD students involved in the project.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should log into KTH’s recruitment system to apply. The application must include:
- A cover letter detailing research interests, relevant expertise, and motivation for the position.
- A full curriculum vitae, including contact information for at least two references.
- A copy of the doctoral diploma and transcripts (translated into English or Swedish if necessary).
- Up to three selected publications relevant to the position.
Last Date to Apply
April 2, 2026 by midnight CET/CEST.
