Summary
Chalmers University of Technology is seeking a highly motivated doctoral student to join an international team within the LEGEND European doctoral network. This project focuses on developing efficient, adaptive multiscale modelling tools to understand how material defects in fibre-reinforced composites impact structural performance, aiming to make composite design faster, smarter, and more reliable.
PhD Opportunity: Multiscale Modelling for Composite Materials at Chalmers University, Sweden
Position Details
| Feature | Details |
| Designation | Doctoral Student |
| Location | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Research Area | Multiscale Modelling, Fibre-Reinforced Composites, Computational Mechanics |
| Contract Type | Fixed-term (4 years; up to 4.5 years with teaching) |
| Application Deadline | 31 August 2026 |
Eligibility and Qualifications
- Education: Master’s degree (120 credits) or equivalent in Applied Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Computational Engineering, Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Physics, or a similar field. (A 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted for degrees earned outside of Sweden).
- Technical Skills: Documented experience in continuum mechanics, the finite element method, and the mechanics of fibre-reinforced polymers. Strong skills in programming and numerical methods are required.
- Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Mobility Requirement: Applicants must not have resided, worked, or studied in Sweden for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to recruitment.
- Academic Status: Must not already possess a doctoral degree.
Job Description
- Develop and implement a computational framework linking small-scale material defects to large-scale structural performance.
- Collaborate with an international team within the LEGEND project, including planned secondments (6 months total) at Airbus (Portugal), University of Kore (Italy), and Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy).
- Communicate research findings through scientific publications and international conference presentations.
- Participate in doctoral training events and General Assembly meetings across Europe.
- Engage in advanced-level coursework at the Graduate school of Solid and Structural Mechanics.
- Contribute to undergraduate teaching (up to 10% of total working hours).
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application in English via the official Chalmers Vacancies portal. Applications must include:
- CV: Following the Europass template.
- Personal Letter: Including a brief introduction and motivation for applying.
- Academic Documents: Bachelor’s and Master’s (if available) thesis, along with degree certificates and transcripts.
Note: All attachments must be in PDF format (max 40 MB each). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Last Date for Application: 31 August 2026
