We want to become more! The Swerim Metals Research Institute conducts industry-oriented research and development on metals and their path from raw material to finished product. We are 200 employees in two locations in Sweden - Luleå and Stockholm. Our vision is a fossil-free and circular industry. At Swerim, we conduct research in collaboration with world-leading manufacturers and users of high-performance metallic materials, such as stainless steel, aluminum, high-strength steel and brass. The group "Corrosion and Hydrogen Embrittlement" has a strong focus on corrosion of materials including materials for hydrogen applications and hydrogen embrittlement. The group is now looking for a researcher with expertise in corrosion, hydrogen embrittlement and hydrogen testing. About the position. A significant part of the work will focus on testing of materials in hydrogen environments, analysis of hydrogen content in materials, and analysis and understanding of hydrogen embrittlement in steel. You will work with both shorter assignments and longer research projects. The work is conducted in close collaboration with industry, other research institutes and universities, both in Sweden and internationally. You will have an independent role while being part of a research team with colleagues from across the company. There are also great opportunities to influence the future direction of the work based on your own drive and initiative. Qualifications You basically have a civil engineering degree or equivalent with a focus on materials. A postgraduate degree and a few years of industrial experience are meritorious. Experience and knowledge of testing of materials in a hydrogen environment, analysis of hydrogen content in metallic materials and hydrogen embrittlement mechanisms is a requirement for the position. Experience of working with SEM and EBSD and knowledge of other analytical methods, e.g. scattering and imaging with synchrotron light and neutrons is highly meritorious, as well as an understanding of the link between process, structure and properties of metallic materials, especially stainless steels is meritorious. Who are you? We are looking for you who are basically interested in solving technical problems, take personal responsibility and can communicate your research in English and Swedish in speech and writing regardless of the target group. You are easy to collaborate with, are curious and driven, enjoy challenges, responsibility, a fast pace and are passionate about the possibilities of new technology and focus on the benefits for industry. Swerim is convinced that diversity contributes to an innovative environment where we together challenge boundaries and develop new knowledge and skills for the future. It is important that you share our core values of collaboration, commitment, curiosity and integrity as they are fundamental to the business. What do we offer you? If you meet our basic requirements, we offer an exciting workplace with a lot of personal responsibility and great opportunities for personal development. The position is a permanent full-time position and the location is Stockholm (Kista). Are you interested? Do you think it sounds interesting and want to know more? Please get in touch by filling in the form below by April 27, 2025. You will receive a confirmation that Swerim has received your application. We read and call for interviews continuously. We look forward to hearing more about you and what you want to contribute to us. Contact persons * Andrea Olivas, Group Manager, andrea.olivas@swerim.se * Anna Söderbäck, HR, anna.soderback@swerim.se * Adam Ståhlkrantz, Swedish Engineers, adam.stahlkrantz@swerim.se