Assistant Or Associate Professors In Materials Science, Wise
Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB / Högskolejobb / Göteborg
2026-01-28
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You will receive an attractive starting package via the WISE Fellows program. WISE, funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and launched in 2022, is the largest-ever investment in materials science in Sweden and encompasses major efforts at Sweden's foremost universities over the course of 10 years. The vision is a sustainable future through materials science. You can read more about WISE and the WISE Fellows program here.
Materials Science at Chalmers
Materials science has a strong tradition and big strategic relevance at Chalmers combining scientific excellence with societal impact. Our work spans from fundamental and curiosity-driven studies to industrial applications and development of new technologies.
Chalmers' strong position is reflected in its participation in major national initiatives such as the Wallenberg Initiative Materials Science for Sustainability (WISE), the Wallenberg Wood Science Center (WWSC), and the Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP) as well as research centers such as 2D-TECH, the Competence Center for Catalysis (KCK), FibRe - Design for Circularity, and the Center for Additive Manufacturing Metals (CAM2). These initiatives highlight our broad expertise and close collaboration with industry in, e.g., materials science, chemistry, physics, life sciences, and civil engineering. Our research community covers all aspects of advanced materials research - synthesis, processing, characterization, and property evaluation as well as theory and modeling. We educate materials scientists and engineers at the bachelor's and master's level driving the implementation of scientific advances in society.
At Chalmers, we host world-class infrastructure such as the Chalmers Materials Analysis Laboratory (CMAL), clean room facilities (Myfab) as well as advanced additive manufacturing and chemical imaging platforms. In addition we have access to outstanding national infrastructure including the MAXIV synchroton facility, the Swedish NMR center, and the National Academic Infrastructure for Supercomputing in Sweden (NAISS). You can read more about all our activities here.
What we offer
As a WISE Fellow at Chalmers, you will receive a four-year start-up package, including:
• Funding for your position
• Support for two doctoral students
• Support for two postdoctoral researchers (two years each)
• Leadership training to strengthen your development as a research leader and teacher
Assistant Professor positions are tenure-track, while Associate Professor positions are permanent appointments.
Chalmers is located on the beautiful Swedish west coast in the city of Gothenburg. We offer a cultivating and inspiring working environment, and take long-term responsibility for your continued academic development and integration into our research community. You can find more information about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees by following the links.
Responsibilities
As a faculty member at Chalmers, you are expected to
• Conduct independent and collaborative research of the highest quality
• Lead a research group at the international forefront
• Attract external funding and establish strong collaborations, both nationally and internationally
• Present research at leading international conferences and publish in high-impact journals
• Contribute to teaching and supervision at all academic levels
• Actively engage in departmental development and the broader academic community at Chalmers
Assistant Professors are expected to develop their research and teaching portfolios to establish the foundation for a permanent academic position, while Associate Professors are expected to lead strong, sustainable research programs and contribute actively to education, supervision, and academic leadership.
Qualifications
To qualify for the position of Assistant Professor, you must
• Hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field, awarded no more than seven years prior to the application deadline*
• Demonstrate strong potential in both research and education
• Have experience in teaching and supervision at the bachelor's or master's level
• Possess excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
It is an advantage if you have completed pedagogical training and/or have experience in supervising doctoral students.
To qualify for the position of Associate Professor, you must
• Hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field and have a well-documented record of research in the area, including experience in conducting and leading research.
• You should also have a strong documented experience in relevant teaching and have expertise according to the recommendations of the Association of Swedish Higher Education
• Have experience in supervision of students at the bachelor's and/or master's level and in (co-)supervision of doctoral students
Regarding the position as Associate Professor: Applicants who currently do not formally meet these requirements may be employed for a permanent position under the condition that the required pedagogical training is completed within the first two years of employment. A clearly presented pedagogical portfolio will be an important part of your application.
Both positions require excellent proficiency in written and spoken English. Chalmers offers Swedish language courses for international employees.
• Exceptions to the seven-year limit may be made for documented parental leave, sick leave, or military service (the date on the doctoral certificate is used as the official completion date).
Contract terms
Read more about the contract terms HERE
Application procedure
Read more about the application procedure and apply HERE
Application deadline: March 31st, 2026
For questions, please contact:
Professor Maria Abrahamsson
abmaria@chalmers.seProfessor Paul Erhart
erhart@chalmers.seWe look forward to your application!
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