Postdoc in Modelling and Mitigating Risks of Carbon-Free Ships Using LLMs
Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB / Högskolejobb / Göteborg
2025-05-20
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Project overview
You will be actively involved in several ongoing maritime risk-related projects and contribute to the development of Chalmers' ship bridge simulators. The project aims to deliver a risk-aware digital twin framework, adaptable to:
• The level of detail available for ship modelling,
• The quality of risk-related data, and
• Quantified model and data uncertainties.
The project will advance knowledge on LLM-based risk analysis and demonstrate its applications in various risk control measures. You will collaborate closely with other researchers at the division and contribute to building a shared knowledge base.
Main responsibilities include:
• Conduct benchmarking and further development of risk assessment models and components.
• Investigate the reliability of accident data, including cross-validation and calibration of reports from various sources.
• Collect and analyse large-scale cross-industry accident data using FRAM (Functional Resonance Analysis Method) within LLMs to identify human-, technical-, and fuel-related Risk Influence Factors (RIFs).
• Translate potential risk scenarios into Unity-based extended reality (XR) modules and embed proactive Risk Control Options (RCOs).
• Integrate developed models into Chalmers' bridge simulators in collaboration with other researchers.
You are also expected to supervise PhD and MSc students and to publish at least two peer-reviewed journal articles during the project period.
Research environment
The Department of Mechanics and Maritime Sciences (M2) conducts both fundamental and applied research across all modes of transport, aiming to contribute to sustainable technological solutions. M2 hosts one of Sweden's most advanced simulator centers for ship navigation and propulsion, alongside world-class laboratories for combustion engineering and wind tunnel testing.
M2 contributes to several bachelor's and master's programmes in areas such as Shipping, Automotive, and Mechanical Engineering, and offers professional education nationally and internationally as part of our commitment to lifelong learning. The department emphasizes strong collaboration between academia, industry, and society, with a clear focus on utilisation. M2 is characterised by an international environment, with researchers and students from around the globe.
The Division of Marine Technology focuses on the professional understanding and technical development of ship operational performance. Research areas include structural integrity, fatigue and fracture mechanics, collision survivability, hull design, risk and reliability analysis, ship resistance and motions, and propulsion systems. Our research spans both basic and applied sciences, contributing to design support, regulatory advancements, and operational models for ships. Safety and energy efficiency in shipping are central to the division's activities, which also include responsibility for the master's programme in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering and contributions to the education of seafarers.
Your profile
To qualify for this position, you must hold a PhD (awarded no more than three years prior to the application deadline*) in computer science, maritime transportation, or a related field, with a strong foundation in mathematics and statistics.
Required qualifications and skills:
• Solid understanding of maritime transport systems and risk assessment.
• Proven programming skills (to be demonstrated prior to starting the position).
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.
• Strong ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to engage in interdisciplinary work.
• Demonstrated experience in publishing in international scientific journals and presenting research to large audiences.
• Exceptions to the 3-year rule may be made for parental leave, sick leave, or military service. The official date on your doctoral diploma will be considered as the date of PhD completion.
Contract terms
This position is a full-time temporary employment limited to two years (1+1 year)
What we offer
Chalmers provides a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.
Application procedure
The application should be written in English and 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: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.
Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus
Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.
Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.
Application deadline: 15 September, 2025
For questions, please contact:
Wengang Mao, Division of Marine Technology,
wengang.mao@chalmers.se, +46 (0) 31 772 1483
Jonas Ringsberg, Head of division of Marine Technology
Jonas.Ringsberg@chalmers.se, +46 (0) 31 772 14 89
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