Doctoral student in Machine Design

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a real impact? Join our team as doctoral student in the research project In2Circ- Information Needs to Drive Products and Production Towards Circularity.

About the project

In2Circ aims to identify information needs for implementing circular strategies, such as remanufacturing, refurbishment, and recycling. The project will develop and assess tools that embed sustainability and circularity into product and production system development, emphasizing practical application.

School of Engineering and the department Product development, Production and Design, we are committed to both education and research, with a focus on product development, production development, and industrial design. Our department supports educational programs across multiple campuses and leads strategic research initiatives in Knowledge Intensive Product Realization, which is a strategic area at Jönköping University. You find more information about us www.ju.se/school-of-engineering 

Become a catalyst for change as a PhD student within the GRACE (Green Acceleration through Integrated and Platform-Enabled Product Realisation) initiative. In this transformative research profile, you will be instrumental in driving forward the integration of product and production development to support the manufacturing industry's journey towards sustainability. With a focus on the green transition, your role will be multifaceted, encompassing the exploration of new processes, knowledge, and support mechanisms for product realization that prioritize sustainability and circularity throughout the entire lifecycle of products and production systems.

Job description

You will primarily focus on research and development in collaboration with industry partners:

• targeting circular strategies and solutions for managing and sharing information across product life cycles.
• to identify their information needs and challenges related to sustainability and circularity.
• leveraging digital technologies, such as digital twins, digital passports, IoT, and sensor technology,
• contributing to the development of more sustainable products and production systems.

This includes working with computer programming, advanced engineering software, and cutting-edge manufacturing technology.

We offer you

By taking on this role, you will not only advance your academic and research skills but also make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing green transition in the manufacturing industry. We offer you:

• Full-time employment, with 80% dedicated to research education and thereby related activities. Other duties, such as teaching, will not exceed 20% of the total working hours.
• A stimulating research environment within the GRACE research profile, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative research opportunities with leading academic and industrial partners in the field of sustainable product realization.
• Access to state-of-the-art resources to support research activities.
• Opportunity for publications and presentations at leading conferences and journals.
• Competitive salary and benefits package according our collectiv agreements.

Information

The employment as a doctoral student normally covers five years, of which four years (80%) consist of full-time studies. The employment is extended annually based on the individual study plan. The salary and other condition is regulated according to collective agreements. You find more information about admission, employment regulation and other usefull information for doctoral student on our website.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A master’s degree in a relevant field such as Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Development, Product Design, or Production Engineering and Management.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with experience in qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods.
• Skills and passion for practical work with computer programming and prototype systems, both virtual and physical.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the capability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in academic-level English (verbal and written).
• Strong motivation to contribute to research projects aimed at addressing sustainability challenges in product realization.
• A valid B category driver's license is required as travel will be necessary for work-related activities.

Proficiency in spoken and written Swedish is considered meritorious.

If you're excited about pioneering the future of sustainable product realisation and have a keen interest in integrated product and production development, we want to hear from you!

How to apply

We welcome your application, no later than 2025-01-05. The selection process is conducted continuously, allowing appointments to be made before the final application deadline. Hence, we encourage early submissions.

Please ensure your application, preferably in PDF format through our recruitment system, includes the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter or Cover letter
• Transcript and certificate
• References
• Thesis work on master’s level

 Welcome with you application!

The School of Engineering is one of four schools within Jönköping University. We offer attractive technical education at undergraduate and graduate levels and conduct advanced research in several technological areas. The School of Engineering is able to award doctorates in the area of industrial product realization. We collaborate with the surrounding society to develop new technology and spread knowledge to strengthen the competitiveness of companies. We have been awarded the accreditation "Engaged University" by the international organization ACEEU (Accreditation Council for Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities). Working with us, you are close to colleagues in an international environment with great opportunities to influence and develop.