KTH Royal Institute of Technology Research Engineer Recruitment 2026 for Hultgren Laboratory

About Organization

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is one of Sweden's leading technical universities, offering education and research across engineering, science and technology disciplines. The School of Industrial Engineering and Management conducts internationally recognized research and provides advanced laboratory infrastructure to support innovation and collaboration with academia and industry.

About Post and Position

KTH is recruiting two Research Engineers for the Hultgren Laboratory, a research infrastructure supporting students, researchers, universities, research institutes and industry.

The laboratory provides advanced facilities for sample preparation, materials characterization and measurement of material properties. Although the primary focus is metallic materials, the laboratory also supports research involving ceramics, polymers, semiconductors, composites and biomaterials.

Selected candidates will perform research and educational activities while supporting the daily operation of the laboratory. Responsibilities include onboarding and training laboratory users, conducting laboratory measurements, maintaining instruments and ordering laboratory consumables. This is a full-time special fixed-term employment based in Stockholm.

Educational Qualification

Applicants should possess a BSc, MSc or higher education qualification in a relevant research subject or equivalent competence.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent English communication skills, the ability to work independently, analytical thinking, initiative and awareness of diversity and equal opportunity principles.

Preference will be given to candidates with specialization in metallic or hard materials, laboratory techniques, microstructure characterization using SEM or EBSD, mechanical testing experience, laboratory safety knowledge and Swedish language proficiency.

Roles and Responsibilities

The selected Research Engineer will support research projects and educational activities conducted at the Hultgren Laboratory.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting laboratory operations and experimental activities.
• Training new laboratory users.
• Performing laboratory measurements and characterization.
• Maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Managing laboratory consumables.
• Assisting research and education activities related to advanced materials characterization.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should possess the required educational qualification in a relevant discipline along with strong communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Applicants with experience in laboratory techniques, materials characterization, metallic materials research, risk assessment and laboratory safety procedures will be preferred.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Who Can Apply

Graduates and postgraduates with qualifications in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related disciplines can apply.

Candidates having laboratory experience, research exposure and interest in advanced materials characterization are encouraged to submit their applications.

Why Apply

This opportunity allows candidates to work at one of Sweden's leading technical universities and contribute to advanced research infrastructure supporting academia and industry.

The position provides exposure to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, advanced materials characterization techniques and collaboration with researchers working across multiple scientific disciplines. KTH also offers attractive employee benefits, a collaborative research environment and opportunities for professional growth.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should log in to the official KTH recruitment portal and complete the online application before the closing date.

The application should include:

• Curriculum Vitae highlighting relevant experience and knowledge.
• Copies of diplomas and academic transcripts.
• A cover letter explaining motivation for applying.

Applications must be submitted online before 20 July 2026.

Important Dates

Advertisement Published: 02 July 2026

Application Last Date: 20 July 2026

First Day of Employment: According to agreement

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