PhD Scholarship in Wearable Electronics: Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, invites applications for a fully funded PhD student position in Conducting Polymer Fibers for Wearable Electronics. The position is hosted in the research group of Professor Christian Müller at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. The PhD project focuses on understanding the relationship between mechanical and electrical properties of conjugated polymers and developing advanced fiber spinning processes for wearable electronic applications. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an internationally collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment.
PhD Scholarship in Conducting Polymer Fibers for Wearable Electronics
Designation
PhD Student (Doctoral Researcher)
Research Area
- Conducting and conjugated polymers
- Wearable electronics
- Organic electronics
- Polymer fiber spinning
- Mechanical and electrical characterization of polymers
Location
Chalmers University of Technology
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Gothenburg, Sweden
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- Strong experience in polymer processing and characterization, especially solution-processed conjugated polymers
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong proficiency in English, both written and spoken
Desirable (Merit-based):
- Experience in organic electronics and/or fiber spinning techniques
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct independent doctoral research in polymer fibers for wearable electronics
- Develop and optimize fiber spinning processes for conducting polymers
- Characterize mechanical properties using techniques such as tensile testing, dynamic mechanical analysis, nanoindentation, and atomic force microscopy
- Integrate fibers into wearable electronic devices (e.g., fiber-based organic electrochemical transistors)
- Publish research results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals
- Present findings at scientific conferences
- Contribute approximately 10% of working time to departmental duties, primarily undergraduate teaching
- Collaborate with academic and industrial partners in Sweden and internationally
Contract Terms & Benefits
- Employment as a PhD student with full employee benefits at Chalmers
- Duration: 4 years (extendable to 4.5 years with teaching duties)
- Starting salary: Approximately 34,000 SEK (~3,200 €) per month
- Opportunities for international collaboration and research-related travel
- Inclusive and equality-driven work environment supported by initiatives such as the GENIE Initiative
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online and written in English. All documents must be uploaded as PDF files (maximum 40 MB per file). Zip files and email applications will not be accepted.
Required documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Include two professional references
- Previous employment, leadership roles, or relevant experience
- Personal Letter (1–3 pages)
- Motivation for pursuing a PhD
- Interest in the research topic and Chalmers University
- Description of MSc project and future research interests
- Relevant personal qualities
- Master’s Thesis
- Master’s thesis or Bachelor’s thesis if Master’s thesis is not yet completed
- Other Documents
- Attested copies of academic certificates and transcripts
Important Note:
Applicants are responsible for submitting a complete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Last Date to Apply
📅 8 March 2026
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, please contact:
Professor Christian Müller
📧 Email: christian.muller@chalmers.se
