Lediga jobb som Materialkemist i Borås

Är du forskare eller materialvetare med passion för cementkemi och vill göra verklig skillnad för byggd miljö? Vill du leda projekt, analysera data och testa nya idéer? Då tror vi att du kommer att trivas hos oss på RISE, där du tillsammans med vårt expertteam inom Material Design får möjlighet att driva innovation inom cement- och betongteknik.
Om oss RISE är Sveriges forskningsinstitut och innovationspartner. Vårt uppdrag är att vara internationellt konkurrenskraftiga och bidra till hållbar tillväxt genom att stärka näringslivets konkurrenskraft och främja offentlig sektors omställning.
Enheten Material Design inom avdelningen Infrastruktur och Betongbyggande utvecklar nya cementbaserade material, betongrecept för olika applikationer samt innovativa strukturlösningar för bygg och anläggning. Våra fokusområden är: alternativa bindemedel, betongteknik, strukturanalys och tillståndsbedömning, återvinning och CCS/CCU samt 3D-printing av betong. Vi samarbetar nära med cement- och betongproducenter, entreprenörer, beställare, myndigheter och standardiseringsorgan både nationellt och internationellt. Enheten består av 20 kollegor med tvärvetenskaplig kompetens inom cementkemi, materialvetenskap och konstruktionsteknik.
Om rollen Som forskare hos oss bidrar du med din expertis i flera projekt och utvecklar även egna forskningsinitiativ i samarbete med kollegor inom avdelningen och hela RISE. Du kommer att arbeta med att transformera svensk industri mot lägre klimatpåverkan genom tillämpad forskning, ansökningar om forskningsmedel och laboratoriearbete inom oorganisk kemi (t.ex. utveckling och validering av alternativa bindemedel, karakterisering, hållbarhet).
Rollen kräver god kommunikations- och samarbetsförmåga, särskilt i projektledning där du ansvarar för tekniskt genomförande, tidplan, budget och resultatredovisning till finansiärer och samarbetspartners. Du kommer även att delta i uppdragsforskning, exempelvis produktutveckling, avancerad provning och tekniska utredningar.
Placeringsort: Borås.
Vem är du? Vi söker dig som har en doktorsexamen inom geologi, mineralogi, cementkemi eller materialteknik och erfarenhet av tillämpad forskning.
Krav:
Disputerad (eller snart disputerad) inom geologi, mineralogi eller materialteknik
Gedigen kunskap inom cementkemi, inklusive hydratisering och SCMs
Erfarenhet av laboratoriearbete med alternativa bindemedel eller karbonatiseringsprocesser för oorganiska material
Fördjupad kunskap inom ett eller flera av följande områden: alternativa bindemedel, klimatförbättrad betong, SCMs, karbonatisering, transportegenskaper, termodynamisk modellering, hållbarhetsprovning, alkaliaktivering, återvunnet material i betong.
Dokumenterad erfarenhet av analytiska metoder som TGA, XRD, microXRF, SEM, kalorimetri m.m.
Svenska och/eller engelska i tal och skrift

Meriterande:
Erfarenhet av arbete med kunder och offentliga finansiärer (t.ex. offertskrivning, projektansökningar, projektledning)
Industriell erfarenhet inom cement- och betongområdet eller FoU
Programmerings- eller dataanalyskunskaper (t.ex. Python, MATLAB)
Publicerade vetenskapliga artiklar och presentationer vid internationella konferenser
Erfarenhet med petrografiska analys och utredningar av betong tunnslip

Du är en självgående och målinriktad person som trivs med att arbeta både självständigt och i team. Du drivs av innovation och tillämpad forskning, har god analytisk förmåga och kommunicerar tydligt.
Är vi rätt för varandra? På RISE värdesätter vi mångfald och tror att olikheter bidrar till en innovativ miljö där vi tillsammans utvecklar framtidens kunskap och lösningar. Vi erbjuder en dynamisk arbetsmiljö med stora möjligheter till professionell och personlig utveckling – och chansen att göra verklig skillnad.
Välkommen med din ansökan! Vill du veta mer? Kontakta rekryterande chef: Jan Suchorzewski, Enhetschef – Material Design, 010 516 68 02. Sista ansökningsdag är 7 september 2025. Urval och intervjuer sker löpande. Tillträde enligt överenskommelse.
Våra fackliga representanter är: Ingemar Petermann, SACO, +46 10 228 41 22 och Linda Ikatti, Unionen, +46 10 516 51 61. Visa mindre

Are you a researcher or material scientist with a passion for developing an area of cement chemistry and eager to make a tangible impact on the built environment with a possibility to lead projects, analyse data and test new ideas? Then, we believe that you will be a perfect candidate to join our RISE team of experts at Material Design to push the boundaries of innovation in cement and concrete technology.
About us The purpose of RISE is to be a global leader in research and innovation, supporting sustainable growth in Sweden through increasing competitiveness and know-how of the industry, as well as promoting sustainable transition of the public sector and to contribute to meeting societal challenges together with market actors.
Unit Material Design within the Department of Infrastructure and Concrete Technology works to develop new cementitious materials, concrete recipes for different types of applications, as well as apply new structural solutions for construction and infrastructure. Our strategic areas of development are: Alternative binders, Concrete Technology, Structural analysis and condition assessment, Recycling and CCS/CCU, and 3D concrete printing. Our unit works closely with the largest cement and concrete producers, as well as entrepreneurs, infrastructure owners, public bodies, regulatory and standardisation committees in Sweden and internationally. The unit has 20 colleagues with interdisciplinary expertise in cement and binder chemistry, material science, as well as civil and structural engineering.
About the position As a researcher in the Department of Infrastructure and Concrete Technology, you will contribute with your expertise to multiple projects and develop your own multidisciplinary research in collaboration with the department and the whole RISE. You will be involved in transforming the Swedish industry towards a lower environmental and climate footprint with applied research by writing proposals and applying for grants in Sweden and international levels. You will dive into the chemistry of cementitious materials, exploring everything from hydration kinetics to the development of low-carbon binders. The work in projects includes laboratory work in inorganic chemistry (development and validation of alternative binders including supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), properties characterisation, durability, etc.) and requires a broader understanding of building materials. 
Communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills are required in the role of project leader which covers control and monitoring of technical progress, time plan and budget, as well as presentation/reporting of project results to the partners, financiers and broader public. You will also have the possibility to be part of our commissioned research such as supporting clients in product development, advanced testing of new materials or providing technical expertise.
The placement for this position is Borås.
Who are you? We are looking for a researcher (holding a PhD degre) in civil or material engineering, material science, mineralogy or equivalent with experience in conducting applied research:
Requirements:
You have defended or will get your PhD soon in geology, mineralogy, or materials technology with solid experience in conducting applied research
Strong foundation in cement chemistry with deep knowledge of hydration and SCMs
Experience in laboratory work with alternative binders for cement and concrete or construction materials, with deep knowledge of hydration and SCMs
Deep knowledge and experience with one or more of the following: alternative binders, sustainable cement technologies, SCMs, concrete production, low-carbon concrete, carbonation processes for inorganic materials, transport properties, thermodynamic modelling, durability testing, alkali activation, application of secondary materials in concrete.
Knowledge and documented experience with analytical methods such as TGA, XRD, microXRF, SEM, calorimetry, etc.
Swedish and/or English in speech and writing

Additional advantage:
Experience in working with customers and public financiers (preparing quotes and proposals for research projects and services, project leading)
Experience in industrial cement and concrete or R&D
Programming or data analysis skills (e.g. Python, MATLAB)
You have published journal papers and presented at international conferences
Experience with petrography and analysis of thin-sections of concrete

As a person, you are active in fulfilling your tasks with an ability to work individually, as well as in a team. You set high goals for yourself and your team and are motivated to achieve them. You are an innovation-driving person within research and technical commissions, and you appreciate implementing gained knowledge in practice. You have excellent analytical skills and good communication skills in English.
Are we a match? At RISE, we appreciate differences, and we are convinced that diversity contributes to an innovative environment where we together challenge boundaries and develop new knowledge and skills for the future. We cannot promise you an easy job, but what we can promise you is a team of committed colleagues and some exciting societal challenges to tackle. You will work in a dynamic environment that gives you development opportunities both professionally and personally. With us, you get the opportunity to make a real impact. Welcome to the Research Institutes of Sweden.
Welcome with your application! Does it sound interesting to you and do you want to know more? You are welcome to contact the recruiting manager: Jan Suchorzewski, unit manager – Material Design, 010 516 68 02. The application deadline is the 7th of September 2025. Selection and interviews are going to take place throughout the whole application period. The first day of work is to be agree. 
Union representatives are: Linda Ikatti, Unionen, 010-516 51 61, och Ingemar Petermann, SACO, +46 10 228 41 22. Visa mindre

Are you a researcher with a doctoral degree who wants to contribute to the development towards a circular bioeconomy? If so, we are looking for you!
RISE division Bioeconomy and Health is now looking for a researcher with a PhD or equivalent degree to be part of our team working on topics concerning durability and protection of wood-based materials against degradation by UV-light, moisture, fire, microorganisms and insects. We develop and evaluate new wood protection treatments and modification technologies, all the way from raw material via process development to evaluation of properties in labs and in the field.
About the role
In your role as a researcher, you are expected to be able to work both independently and in a team. Your work will involve the development of our activities in the area of durability, as well as the implementation, evaluation and reporting of achievements to the scientific community and to the public. As a researcher you are expected to apply for funding from external financiers, be part of our sales group and initiate new projects and industrial assignments.
Location: Borås, Sweden.
Who are you?
You are a researcher with a doctoral degree with solid experience in the field of wood science. To be successful in the role, we believe that you are structured and innovative. You appreciate challenges and are capable to handle multiple tasks in parallel. You are curious, driven and have good communication skills. We also expect that you have excellent skills in technical/scientific English, in both writing and speaking. Good knowledge of chemistry and biology is a merit.  
Are we right for each other?
At RISE, we are of the opinion that it is through collaboration that we develop new knowledge and competence for the future. We are convinced that diversity contributes to an innovative environment where we together challenge borders. At RISE, applied researchers meet to solve society’s important, and perhaps most exciting, problems. With us you get the opportunity to make a real difference. Welcome to the Swedish research institute and innovation partner.
Welcome with your application!
If this sounds exciting and you want to know more, please contact Dr. Mats Westin, +46(0)703-24 18 56, or Section Manager Stig Bardage, +46 (0)10-516 62 06. The deadline for applications is 6th of January 2020.
Our union representatives are Linda Ikatti, Union, +46 10-516 5161 and Lazaros Tsantaridis, SACO, +46 (0)10-516 6221.
We respectfully decline calls from external recruitment companies and consultants.
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden is Sweden’s research and innovation partner. In international collaboration with companies, academia and the public sector we contribute to a more competitive industry and commerce and a more sustainable society. Our 2800 co-workers drive and support all kinds of innovation processes. RISE is an independent, governmental research institute that offers unique expertise and over a hundred test and demonstration facilities for future proof technologies, products and services.
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