Do you want to contribute to groundbreaking research in the bio-based structural materials field? This is an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral position at the Division of Structural Engineering, Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering, focused on innovative research in circular wind power infrastructures.
About us
The Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering tackles contemporary and emerging challenges for the built and natural environment, ranging from resource utilisation, pollution and climate change to digitalisation and inequality. We combine expertise in architecture, civil engineering and related disciplines to build a better world.
The ambition of the Division of Structural Engineering is to provide world-class basic and research education, and internationally leading research. Our work addresses critical questions on extending the service life of existing structures and developing new materials and methods for more robust and sustainable concrete structures, steel and composite structures, and timber and biobased structures.
About the research project
This interdisciplinary project aims to address the wind industry's "blades-to-landfill" challenge by developing sustainable, high-performance wind turbine blades made from wood veneers. Specifically, this project aims to develop a manufacturing process to create complex, aerodynamically precise geometries suitable for wind turbine blades using biobased materials. Additionally, the role involves utilising numerical simulations to investigate the structural and aerodynamic performance of the newly developed wind turbine blade under operational loads.
Who we are looking for
The following requirements are mandatory:
- A doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Wood Technology, Structural Mechanics / Engineering, or an equivalent degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Demonstrated experience in advance numerical modeling of structures/materials (e.g., Finite Element Analysis) and/or experimental structural testing.
You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.
The following experience will strengthen your application:
- It is highly meritorious if the doctoral degree has been obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
- Experience in wood mechanics, advanced material forming processes, or structural dynamics.
What you will do
- Lead or assist in the hands-on fabrication and assembly of the bio-based wind turbine blade prototypes for structural testing.
- Drive the numerical modeling of wood forming processes and perform structural validation of veneer blade prototypes.
- Collaborate across departments to integrate material mechanics with wind turbine aerodynamic performance metrics.
- Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent.
- Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level.
The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.
Contract terms
The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.
The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.
What we offer
- As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
- A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
- Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.
Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence.
If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.
Application procedure
The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.
CV
- A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.
- Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.
Personal letter
- A brief introduction about yourself.
- A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.
- An outline of your future goals and research focus.
Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.
Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.
We welcome your application no later than 16 August 2026.
For questions, please contact:
Dr Mahbube Subhani
Associate Professor in Timber Engineering
Email: [email protected]
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Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
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