PhD student (doctoral position) in Materials Chemistry, Stockholm University, Sweden

Summary: PhD position at Stockholm University’s Department of Chemistry focusing on developing new materials and scrubbing fluids for carbon dioxide capture to reduce energy requirements and improve safety during cyclic use. The project collaborates with KU groups and is funded by the Swedish Research Council.

PhD student in Materials Chemistry with a specialization in cost effective separation of carbon dioxide

Designation: PhD student (doctoral position) in Materials Chemistry

Research Area: Materials chemistry for carbon dioxide capture, thermochemistry and phase diagrams, with potential emphasis on aminated nanoparticles, polymers, and colloids for CO2 scrubbing.

Location: Stockholm, Sweden (Stockholms län)

Eligibility / Qualification:

• General entry requirements: second-cycle degree (or equivalent knowledge) with at least 60 credits at the second cycle; 240 higher education credits total.
• Special entry requirements: Bachelor’s degree with major in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science or physics; minimum 30 higher education credits at the advanced level from an independent project.
• Selection criteria emphasize knowledge in a relevant field, analytical and creative thinking, initiative, independence, collaboration, and English proficiency (written and oral).

Job Description:

• Conduct research on new materials and scrubbing fluids for CO2 capture using aminated nanoparticles, polymers, or colloids.
• Investigate binding of CO2 with reduced energy requirements for release, focusing on thermochemistry and phase diagrams.
• Potential to tailor the project to the candidate’s interests.
• Employment is a fixed-term doctoral position (up to four years of full-time study, with possible limited duties in teaching, research, and administration).

How to Apply:

• Apply through Stockholm University’s recruitment system.
• Attach a personal letter and CV, plus requested attachments in the application form.
• Ensure the application is complete and submitted before the deadline.
• Instructions for applicants are available on the university site: How to apply for a position.
• Login/apply link: https://su.varbi.com/en/what:login/jobID:947515/type:job/where:4/apply:1/

Last Date for Apply: 09 August 2026

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