Postdoctoral position in Energy-efficient and Environmental Building Design - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace

The Department of Building and Environmental Technology has a stimulating and international environment consisting of PhD students, postdocs and teachers from many parts of the world. Here, research and teaching take place in an open and progressive climate with challenges and collaborations both within academia and with industry partners, both nationally and internationally. The work environment is characterized by commitment, collaboration, creativity and personal responsibility

This position will be based at the Division of Energy and Building Design (EBD). The division offers a leading-edge and highly international workplace with a focus on the design of energy-efficient, environmentally friendly buildings. The division delivers a cutting-edge MSc on Energy-efficient and Environmental Building Design, with ample opportunity for connection with research projects in class or through dissertation research.

More information about the division (ebd.lth.se) 

The postdoctoral researcher will work within a research project named Climate sustainable city districts – learning from doing. The project aims to promote the development of new climate-sustainable buildings and city districts and uses the development of a new city district in Helsingborg called Oceanhamnen as case study. Oceanhmanen is being built within the next four years and aims at achieving climate neutrality. The remaining project partners are the Swedish Environmental Institute, the City of Helsingborg and several large building developers. The postdoctoral researcher will also work in close collaboration with a second research project running in parallel, within EU’s Net Zero Cities initiative, where Helsingborg was elected one of the 100 EU’s climate neutral and smart cities. We believe these projects represent a unique opportunity for learning, networking and potentially establish future collaborations within an exciting field of studies. 

Subject description

The subject addresses energy and environmental building design towards low climate impact and healthy built environment during the whole life cycle in cold climates. Special focus will be given to simulation and calculation methodologies of energy use and production, and carbon calculations along the whole life cycle. The scope includes buildings and urban areas, both new and existing. Technical facilities surrounding buildings are also to be considered such as roads, inner gardens, and other type of infrastructure.

Work duties

The main duties involved in a post-doctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position includes the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The purpose of the position is to develop the independence as a researcher and to create the opportunity of further development. 

You will have particular responsibility for taking active part in the research project in close collaboration with other colleagues from LTH and the above-mentioned external partners. You are expected to understand how a research project is conducted and work in an independent manner on project tasks to fulfil the project goals. Work travels are mainly expected regionally in Sweden with occasional travels abroad for networking and conferences.

Detailed description of the work duties:

• Research within the subject area and in particular within the above-mentioned research project include: energy modelling of buildings, life-cycle assessment calculations, life-cycle cost calculations, presentations, writing articles.
• Collaboration with project partners, industry, and wider society.
• Supervision of degree projects.
• Teaching in the first and second cycles of studies, mainly within the Master's Programme in Energy-Efficient and Environmental Building Design at Lund University.
• Administration related to the work duties listed above, however limited to a low extent.

Qualification requirements 

Appointment to a post-doctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. The certificate proving the qualification requirement is met, must be received before the employment decision is made. Priority will be given to candidates who have graduated no more than three years ago before the last day for application. Under special circumstances, the doctoral degree can have been completed earlier.

Additional requirements:

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English. 
• General knowledge on building techniques in cold climates.
• Knowledge on energy simulation tools for buildings.
• Knowledge on life-cycle assessment calculations.

Assessment criteria 

This is a career development position primarily focused on research. The position is intended as an initial step in a career, and the assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject.

For appointments to a post-doctoral position, the following shall form the assessment criteria:

• A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
• Teaching skills. 

Other qualifications:

• Documented experience of collaborative and independent work within research projects.
• Documented experience of collaboration with industry.

Consideration will also be given to how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee Work at Lund University.

Further information

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of two years. The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral fellow”).

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV (included a list of publications) and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.)”  

We look forward to receiving your application!