Join us at the Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences and help advance knowledge in the understanding of how regions and the regional level can contribute to the energy transition.
About us
The Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences was established in 2026 and represents a clear and strategic consolidation of efforts in the environmental field, with links to both interdisciplinary research areas and collaboration with society, industry, and academia. Here, expertise and infrastructure are brought together to support new research initiatives, strengthen education, and develop competitive and sustainable solutions to some of the greatest environmental challenges of our time.
At the Division of Energy Technology, we develop and analyse sustainable energy systems and conversion technologies for industry and society. Through strong national and international collaboration, we unite experimental and systems research to create efficient, low-emission solutions driving the transition towards carbon-neutral energy and industry.
About the research project
The regional energy systems level is growing in importance. This postdoc position will be part of an interdisciplinary research project studying how the regional level may act to efficiently support the energy and climate transition. The project is based on collaboration with Swedish regions. Modelling of municipal energy cooperation at a regional level and of sectoral coupling between the heating and electricity sectors will be important parts of the research. The postdoc will be expected to develop and apply a regional model of a Swedish region. Utilisation of the TIMES modelling framework will be strongly suggested.
Who we are looking for
The following requirements are mandatory:
- A doctoral degree in energy systems assessment and modelling or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
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 energy systems assessment and modelling, local and regional energy systems, energy and climate transitions, spatial aspects of energy, sectoral linkages, mixed methods approaches, and stakeholder interaction.
- Knowledge of Swedish or any other Scandinavian language (the project language is Swedish).
What you will do
- Develop your own scientific concepts in line with the objectives of the position (regional energy systems modelling)
- Communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing
- Contribute to the project and take active part and in building and maintaining collaborative links with relevant members of the department, research project members and stakeholders.
- Supervise master’s 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. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.
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 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
- 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 October 5, 2026.
For questions, please contact:
Professor Erik Ahlgren
[email protected]
We look forward to your application!
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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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