We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher in Mechanical Engineering for a two-year fixed-term position at the School of Science and Technology.
Subject area
The subject area for this position is Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Gear Technology.
Background
A postdoctoral researcher will be affiliated with the group of Mechanical Engineering within the School of Science and Technology and will conduct research as part of the KKS project ‘Applying advanced mechano-chemical surface treatment for optimizing gear production process’. Specific areas of interest are Gear Tribology Testing, Contact Surface Simulation, and Gear Manufacturing. The current research project aims to study several technologies together to develop an optimized heat and surface treatment approach for production of high-load vehicle gears. A mechano-chemical surface treatment with combined change of surface chemistry, hardness and roughness is to be developed and integrated into existing methods to enhance gear performance with minimal environmental footprint and reduced production time and cost.
Duties and responsibilities
The appointment as a postdoctoral researcher is intended to enable persons who have recently been awarded their doctoral degree to consolidate and develop primarily their research skills. Besides consolidating their research and publication track, the postdocs may be required to contribute to the departmental duties (e.g., via teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level), up to 20 % of their time.
Qualifications
Those qualified for appointment as a postdoctoral researcher are applicants who at the time of appointment hold a doctoral degree or have a degree from abroad deemed to correspond to a doctoral degree in a relevant area. Applicants with doctoral degrees that have been awarded no more than 3 years prior to the application deadline are to be considered first. The applicant may not previously have held a position as a postdoctoral researcher for more than one year in the same subject and at the same higher education institution. The position is for a term of 24 months according to agreement with the successful candidate. If the person during the period of employment has been on parental leave, the period of employment is to be extended by the corresponding number of days. The period of employment may also be extended in the event of absence due to illness.
Assessment criteria
A basis for the assessment is the applicant’s ability to disseminate research information and communicate through high-quality publications. In addition, the applicant’s suitability for the position will be assessed. Suitability refers to the applicant demonstrating the personal qualities required to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities at hand, the ability to cooperate with other members of staff, and the ability to contribute to the development of the operations. A successful applicant should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to respectful and ethical professional behaviour.
Particular attention is to be paid to the applicant’s prospects of contributing to the future development of both research and education. Importance is also attached to a demonstrated ability and ambition to embark on a career within academia.
A successful applicant should:
- Be autonomous and show strong and independent problem-solving skills and critical analytical abilities,
- Demonstrate a strong background and publication track record within gear technology area, preferably with knowledge of tribology testing, manufacturing and surface treatment simulation. A background in relevant simulation techniques is also given weight when considering candidates.
- Have a passion for research in advanced topics for the development of gear manufacturing and surface treatment.
Information
This is a full-time position for two years. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. The expected starting date is April 1st, 2027, or as agreed.
For more information about the position, contact Dr. Omar D. Mohammed, e-mail: omar.mohammed@oru.se. For administrative matters, contact Dr. Jens Ekengren, e-mail: Jens.Ekengren@oru.se.
At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.
Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.
Application
The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure.
For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:
- Cover letter (1 page), describing your research interests, explaining why you are interested in this project, why you would be a good fit for the position, and how you could contribute to the continued development of Örebro University
- CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience
- Account of research qualifications and experience
- Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and official transcripts as well as references verifying eligibility and criteria met
- Relevant scientific publications (maximum of 10 and in full-text format)
Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed.
More information for applicants will be found on our career site: https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/applicants-and-external-experts/
The application deadline is November 23, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application!
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As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.
