Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 1.9 billion per year. We are currently 1,840 employees and have 17,670 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future. The Division of Machine Elements at the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics is a research group that enthusiastically works for a more sustainable world with reduced climate and environmental impact. We work to develop products and processes that are energy efficient, preferably fossil-free and renewable. We are a large and growing group with about thirty PhD students and ten supervisors. In our doctoral education, we strive for the doctoral student to develop into an expert in the subject but also develop as a person and become a skilled researcher. The research group is one of the leading tribology research groups in Europe and there are good opportunities for exchange with other groups in Europe and other parts of the world. We are now looking for a PhD student who will work on developing an understanding of how to assess the risk of damage in a drive train in, for example, vehicles, wind turbines or aircraft. Subject description Machine Elements covers the analysis and optimization of machine components and component systems in terms of performance, lifetime, energy efficiency, reliability and durability. Particular emphasis is placed on issues in the field of tribology. Project description The project is part of a larger European research project within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie program. The main objective of the project is to develop tools for diagnostics and prognostics for future transmissions for aviation and other advanced applications such as wind turbines. It is about being able to assess, at an early stage, whether damage is about to occur in the transmission and also to estimate how serious the damage is and how soon it needs to be fixed. The project involves researchers and PhD students from Sweden, Belgium, France, Italy, Spain and Slovenia. Several industrial companies are also partners, such as Safran, a French aerospace company, CNH Industrial, and Bonfiglioli, an Italian company that manufactures transmissions for wind power. The project is largely experimental in nature but may also include some modeling to better understand the phenomena being studied. If you like to learn about many different areas of technology, this is a project for you. The need for prognostics and diagnostics of the kind addressed by the project will play an increasingly important role in the new business models required by the circular economy. Work tasks The tasks are varied; you work independently to plan and conduct studies, write scientific articles and complete your doctoral thesis. In between, you will take doctoral courses and participate in seminars and conferences in Sweden and internationally. As the PhD position is part of a European collaboration project, travel to different partners may occur. During the trip, you will have at least three supervisors to support you in your work. You will also be supported by other experts and PhD students within the EU project. During the project, you will do a short assignment at CNH Industrial in Italy. The position includes a fixed-term, full-time position for 4-5 years (depending on the degree of institutional assignment). The institutional assignment may include administrative tasks, other research assignments and teaching up to 20%. Qualifications To be eligible for the post, you must have a Master's degree or equivalent technical qualification in mechanical engineering, engineering physics, materials engineering or equivalent. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are an additional requirement. For selection to the research project in machine elements, the following selection criteria apply: - Knowledge relevant to the project in question - Personal qualities relevant to research - Quality of thesis workPlease note that this project is a European collaborative project with the aim of increasing mobility between countries. Therefore, applicants must not have stayed in Sweden for more than 12 months before taking up the position. Further information For further information, you are welcome to contact the supervisory group consisting of subject representatives and Professor Roland Larsson, 0920-491325, roland.larsson@ltu.se, Associate Professor Marcus Björling, 0920-491281, marcus.bjorling@ltu.se, and Professor Pär Marklund, 0920-492415, par.marklund@ltu.se. Union representatives, SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-492037, diana.chroneer@ltu.se, OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-491792, lars.frisk@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume and degree certificate. Please attach your thesis or other publication if you have one. Please mark your application with the reference number below. The application and degree certificate must be written in Swedish or English. Reference number: 4065-2024 Deadline for applications: October 30, 2024