PhD Student in Chemistry

Stockholm University

Department Overview

The Department of Chemistry, with more than 200 employees, is one of the largest departments at Stockholm University. Research spans all areas of chemistry such as analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, inorganic and structural chemistry and organic chemistry. The research projects are numerous, from theory to experiment, from pure basic research to more applied projects, often with a focus on sustainable chemistry but also advanced analytical methods of chemicals and materials. The Department of Chemistry has a very well-developed research infrastructure with a variety of equipment with qualified support from staff researchers.

The Department of Chemistry also hosts the education in chemistry at bachelor's level and for three master's programs; analytical chemistry, sustainable chemistry, and organic chemistry. Doctoral education is conducted in five areas; analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and organic chemistry. More information about us, please visit: the Department of Chemistry.

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Subject area

This project explores the preparation and transformation of boron-containing compounds using innovative catalysts, both homogeneous and heterogeneous. A key aspect involves developing catalyst formulations and evaluating their performance through high-throughput experimentation (HTE). For more details about Martín-Matute´s group visit www.organ.su.se/bmm.

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Qualification requirements

In order to be admitted to postgraduate education, the applicant must have the general and specific entry requirements. The qualification requirements must be met by the deadline for applications.

You meet general entry requirements if you have completed a second-cycle degree, or completed courses equivalent to at least 240 higher education credits, of which 60 credits must be in the second cycle, or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge in Sweden or elsewhere.

Specific entry requirements are described in the general syllabus for doctoral studies in the field of Organic Chemistry. The applicant is required to have successfully completed an independent work (master thesis) comprising at least 30 credits at advanced level in a subject relevant to the graduate education subject (organic chemistry).

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Selection

The selection among the eligible candidates will be based on their capacity to benefit from the training. The following criteria will be used to assess this capacity:

• Documented knowledge in a relevant field of research
• Capacity for analytical and creative thinking
• Initiative
• Independence
• Ability to collaborate
• Written and oral proficiency in English

Previous knowledge of HTE is an advantage but not a requirement.

Admission Regulations for Doctoral Studies at Stockholm University.

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About the employment

We offer a fixed-term employment as a doctoral student according to Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100). The period of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education for four years. As a doctoral student, you should primarily devote yourself to your own doctoral education, but the employment may include work with education, research and administration to a limited extent (maximum 20 %).

A new employment as a doctoral student is for a maximum of one year, the employment is then renewed for a maximum of two years at a time.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

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Contact

For more information, please contact Professor Belén Martin-Matute, belen.martin.matute@su.se.

For general information regarading the position and the Department of Chemistry, please contact Head of Department, Professor Niklas Hedin, niklas.hedin@su.se.

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Application

Apply for the PhD student position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a personal letter and CV as well as the attachments requested in the application form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

Stockholm University contributes to the development of sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth.

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Employment Details

• Type of employment: Temporary position
• Contract type: Full time
• Salary: Fixed salary
• Number of positions: 1
• Full-time equivalent: 100 %
• City: Stockholm
• County: Stockholms län
• Country: Sweden
• Reference number: SU FV-0858-26

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Union representative

• ST/OFR, st@st.su.se
• Saco-S, saco@saco.su.se
• Seko, sekodirekt@seko.se

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Important Dates

• Published: 17.Mar.2026
• Last application date: 22.Apr.2026