About the position
Postdoc in energy and environmental systems analysis of hydrogen infrastructure
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoc to join our research team in the rapidly developing scientific area of hydrogen technology through environmental and energy systems analysis.
Research tools include techno-economic assessments, life cycle assessment, and cost-minimizing models where all energy sectors compete for the same primary energy sources in a future carbon constrained world.
The position will be hosted by the Maritime Environmental Sciences division at the Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences.
Our research team, presently consisting of three senior researchers, four doctoral students, and two postdocs, is embedded in an interdisciplinary environment where we have close collaboration with other research teams at Chalmers such as technology experts, systems engineers, natural and social scientists carrying out research on solutions to major environmental challenges.
To reduce climate impact from transport, technologies such as electrification, hydrogen, electrofuels and biofuels are being developed.
In this position, focus lies on hydrogen, as part of a larger collaboration project, HyLo, demonstrating hydrogen trucks and refueling infrastructure.
Greenhouse gas emissions stem from the energy required to operate different processes and from material choices, and vary depending on the pathways through which different hydrogen production, distribution, storage, and refueling infrastructure options are combined.
The aim of this project is to assess the carbon footprint of, and carry out a techno-economic assessment to compare the costs for, different pathways of the entire hydrogen supply chain, with a special focus on hydrogen infrastructure and refueling stations, for trucks and aircraft, as well as to better understand the impact from hydrogen leakages and to assess what role hydrogen may play in achieving cost-effective, energy-efficient and sustainable transport.
A doctoral degree, or an equivalent foreign degree, in a relevant field such as environmental science, environmental economy, applied mathematics, or energy technology, with a specialization in energy systems analysis, energy modelling, life cycle assessment or energy transitions at the graduate level.
Your main responsibility will be to perform studies assessing the potential role of hydrogen in a systems perspective with focus on economic and environmental aspects.
The position is part of the competence centre TechForH2 focusing on hydrogen for transport in which several doctoral students and postdocs are engaged.
Selma Brynolf, Researcher in Energy and Environmental Systems Assessment, selma.brynolf@chalmers.se.
Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level.
https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=15053&rmlang=UK
What you’ll bring
- This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
- Proven experience with data analysis and programming (e.g., GAMS, Matlab, Python, R, or Brightway) is also a must, as well as a strong commitment to scientific inquiry.
- We also believe that you have a strong curiosity and a genuine wish to learn and develop your skills and knowledge further in the fields of research, research communication and project management.
- You will be involved in training doctoral students, supervise MSc students and the position may also include teaching on Chalmers' graduate and undergraduate level.
At a glance
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Institution
- Chalmers University of Technology
- Department
- Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences
- 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
- Not stated
- Research area
- Not stated
- Methods
- Not stated
- Software
- Python, MATLAB
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 23 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 04 Oct 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 4 October, 2026
How to apply
The following knowledge 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
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 4 October, 2026
We look forward to your application!
https://web103.reachmee.com/ext/I003/304/apply?job_id=15053&lang=UK¬rack=true&site=5&validator=a72aeedd63ec10de71e46f8d91d0d57c
Contact: maria.grahn@chalmers.seselma.brynolf@chalmers.se
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