Summary
KTH Royal Institute of Technology invites applications for a Doctoral Student position in Theoretical Chemistry. This fully funded PhD scholarship offers an exciting opportunity to develop and apply new theoretical methods to explore, understand, and control photoinduced phenomena in molecular systems. The project includes a one-year stay at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) to develop machine-learning methods for nonadiabatic dynamics. Successful candidates will receive advanced training in computational chemistry and transferable skills, preparing them for careers in academia and industry.
Designation
Doctoral Student (PhD Candidate)
Scholarship Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Institution | KTH Royal Institute of Technology |
| Department | Chemistry |
| Research Area | Theoretical Chemistry, Photoinduced Phenomena, Molecular Systems, Computational Chemistry, Machine Learning for Nonadiabatic Dynamics |
| Location | Stockholm, Sweden (with one year at Technical University of Denmark, DTU) |
| Duration | 4 years (full-time doctoral education) |
| Funding | Fully funded with monthly salary according to KTH’s Doctoral student salary agreement |
| Supervisors | Asst. Prof. Nanna H. List and Prof. Lars Kloo |
Research Area
The project focuses on developing and applying new theoretical methods to explore, understand, and control photoinduced phenomena in molecular systems. Current research directions include:
- Photomechanical motion in photoactive proteins
- Effects of intrinsic magnetic fields on molecular photoreactivity
- Light–molecule interactions and nonequilibrium dynamics
- Automated multiscale simulation and analysis workflows
- Computational chemistry, including electronic structure, molecular quantum dynamics, and multiscale approaches combining AI-based models.
Eligibility/Qualification
Basic Eligibility Requirements (Swedish Higher Education Ordinance):
- Passed a second-cycle degree (e.g., Master’s degree), OR
- Completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 second-cycle higher education credits, OR
- Acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way.
Specific Academic Requirements:
- A degree in chemistry (theoretical or physical), physics, or a related field.
Mandatory Language Requirement:
- English equivalent to English B/6.
Selection Criteria (Skills and Experience):
Candidates will be assessed on their ability to:
- Independently pursue their work.
- Collaborate with others.
- Demonstrate a professional approach.
- Analyze and work with complex issues.
- Be willing to learn and engage in challenging research questions.
- Possess a solid background in quantum mechanics/theoretical chemistry.
- Have experience with programming (e.g., Python or C++).
- Be fluent in written and spoken English.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills after meeting qualification requirements.
Scholarship Description
This doctoral student position offers a unique opportunity for advanced training in theoretical chemistry. The scholarship is fully funded, providing a monthly salary according to KTH’s doctoral student salary agreement, along with access to KTH’s employee benefits. The program is designed to equip students with cutting-edge skills in computational chemistry, including electronic structure, molecular quantum dynamics, and AI-based multiscale modeling. A significant part of the program involves a one-year research stay at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) to focus on machine-learning methods for nonadiabatic dynamics. Beyond research, the scholarship includes training in transferable skills relevant for both academic and industrial careers.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through KTH’s recruitment system. Ensure your application is complete and includes all required elements:
- Copies of Diplomas and Grades: From previous university studies, along with certificates of fulfilled language requirements. Translations into English or Swedish are required if original documents are not in these languages. Copies of originals must be certified.
- CV: Including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
- Application Letter: A brief description (maximum 2 pages) explaining your motivation for pursuing research, your academic interests, and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals.
- Representative Publications/Technical Reports: For longer documents, provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure the application is complete.
Last Date for Apply
Applications must be received by midnight, CET/CEST, on the closing date.
