About the position
Postdoc in Accurate magnetic loss measurements for electrical machines enabling reduced heavy rare-earth material utilization
We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Division of Electric Power Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering.
Become part of our innovative group and contribute to exciting research within electric power engineering within a collaborative and dynamic environment.
At the Department of Electrical Engineering, approximately 240 employees, including PhD students, conduct research and education in the areas of Communication and Antenna Systems, Systems and Control, Signal Processing and Biomedical Engineering, and Electric Power Engineering.
The Division of Electric Power Engineering has approximately 60 employees, about half of whom are PhD students, and conducts research across a broad range of topics in electric power technology.
Research activities at the division can be organised into four main areas: power systems, power electronics, electric machines, and high voltage engineering.
About the research project
A critical hurdle is the inability to develop purely physics-based theoretical models of the iron materials used in electrical machines.
This postdoctoral project aims to improve the accuracy of loss prediction by providing a robust empirical foundation.
By developing reprogrammable converter emulators for electrical steel testing, the project will provide the precise physical data needed for accurate magnetic loss computation and thus contribute to research aimed at achieving highly efficient and sustainable transport systems.
Experience in testing of soft magnetic materials for loss determination and magnetic field versus magnetic flux properties.
A benefit is if the applicant has experience in developing test equipment for testing of soft magnetic materials.
Although ability to work independent is highly important, the ability to cooperate with other researchers is required.
You will, in this postdoctoral project, advance knowledge of loss determination in soft magnetic components in the presence of PWM supply.
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.
Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level.
Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society.
The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our eight Areas of Advance; Built Environment, Energy, Information & Communication Technology, Life Science, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Production and Transport.
https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=15071&rmlang=UK
What you’ll bring
- This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
- Experience in testing of soft magnetic materials for loss determination and magnetic field versus magnetic flux properties.
- A benefit is if the applicant has experience in developing test equipment for testing of soft magnetic materials.
- Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent
- Have the opportunity to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level.
At a glance
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Institution
- Chalmers University of Technology
- Department
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Sweden
- Supervisor / contact person
- Not stated
- Funding
- Funding not stated
- Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- Not stated
Research focus
- Discipline
- Materials Science, Electronics, Physics
- Research area
- Not stated
- Methods
- Not stated
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 23 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 06 Nov 2026 Timezone not stated. Check the original advert.
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 23 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 23 Sep 2026
We welcome your application no later than November 6, 2026.
How to apply
It is highly meritorious if the doctoral degree has been obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
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.
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 November 6, 2026.
https://web103.reachmee.com/ext/I003/304/apply?job_id=15071&lang=UK¬rack=true&site=5&validator=a72aeedd63ec10de71e46f8d91d0d57c
Contact: torbjorn.thiringer@chalmers.se
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