OpenFieldSalaried PhD Position in Linear Accelerator RF Systems & Beam Physics
Four-year salaried doctoral research employment optimizing superconducting radiofrequency (SRF) cavity cryomodules and beam halo mitigation on the 2 GeV ESS proton linear accelerator.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master of Science in electrical engineering, applied physics, or accelerator physics
- English language proficiency
- Fluent technical English (C1 equivalent)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis on high-power radiofrequency (RF) systems, klystrons, or beam dynamics
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic or accelerator laboratory reference letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully salaried: SEK 35,000 to SEK 38,500/month (approx. SEK 440,000/year) plus full social benefits
- Application fee
- SEK 0
- Tuition / joining costs
- SEK 0 (salaried employee status)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027 (Vacancy-based appointment)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official European Spallation Source documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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