Luleå University of Technology experiences rapid growth with world-leading expertise within several research domains. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results and drawing on our location in the Arctic region, we create global societal benefit. Our scientific and artistic research and education are carried out in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has an annual turnover of SEK 1.8 billion. Today, we have 1,770 staff and 17,200 students.
In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in large projects in Northern Sweden to create a fossil-free society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these cutting-edge research projects and in the societal transformation that they entail. We offer a broad range of courses and study programmes to match the skills in demand. We hope that you will help us to build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.
In line with the Green Transition and a sustainable supply of primary and secondary raw materials, our research in mineral processing is based on three pillars: material characterization (mineralogical and particle analyses), unit operations (comminution, classification, concentration, dewatering) and systems engineering (modeling and simulation, geometallurgy). Experimental work is done in our well-equipped mineral processing laboratory with access to cutting-edge analytical instruments. In undergraduate education, we contribute to engineering programmes like Sustainable Process and Chemical Engineering, Georesources Engineering, Arctic Mineral Resources.
SUBJECT DESCRIPTION
Mineral Processing deals with the unit operations and processes for treating particulate solids, primarily metal ores, industrial minerals, and solid fuels, but also residues and recyclable waste material as well as products from the processing industry.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a PhD student in Mineral Processing. The student will join an established research group to work with a research project on novel approaches to efficient comminution testing and modeling related to tumbling mills. The project will investigate comminution from a micro- and macrolevel perspective and explore potential methods for increasing efficiency in terms of liberation and energy.
The work is funded within the CAMM – Center of Advanced Mining and Metallurgy established at Luleå University of Technology.
DUTIES
A position as a PhD student involves both theoretical and experimental work. You will be trained in scientific work in terms of publishing scientific journal articles and papers to national and international conferences. As a PhD student, you also study mandatory and elective courses. In addition, you may have the opportunity to try the role of teacher. As a researcher, you work as a neutral part in many contexts, which gives a great opportunity to learn how to run challenging development projects.
The work mainly includes the following tasks:
- Reviewing and exploring fundamentals of breakage in rock material at micro- and macro-scale
- Investigating current methods/protocols/technologies suitable for ore grindability assessment
- Investigating assisting methods for grinding and their link to mineralogy, size reduction and liberation in the lab grinding environment
- Correlation of outcomes with particle properties such as texture and mineralogy
- Reporting within the project
QUALIFICATIONS
In order to be eligible, you must have a master degree (at least 120 ECTS) in mineral processing, natural resource engineering or other relevant programmes. You must also have good English language proficiency (oral and written). The following criteria will be used in the selection:
- Previous studies and knowledge
- Theoretical knowledge in mechanics as well as practical laboratory experience of various comminution methods
- Knowledge of mineral processing
Knowledge in particle analyses and mineralogical characterization are seen as a merit.
For additional information on the specific PhD programme please visit General syllabus - The Board of the Faculty of Science and Technology.
INFORMATION
Fulltime fixed-term employment during four years (up to maximum five years). Departmental duties (such as teaching) may be included in the position up to maximum 20 % of fulltime. Regulations can be found in the Higher Education Ordinance 5 Ch. §§ 1-7. Salary according to local collective agreements.
Entrance to the position according to agreement with Luleå University of Technology. Placement: Luleå, Sweden.
For more information please contact:Associate Professor Mehdi Parian, +46-(0)920-49 2556, mehdi.parian@ltu.se, Professor Jan Rosenkranz, +46-(0)920-49 2183, jan.rosenkranz@ltu.se
Union representatives:SACO-S Kjell Johansson, +46 920-49 1529 kjell.johansson@ltu.se, OFR-S Lars Frisk, +46 920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se
In case of different interpretations of the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.
APPLICATION
You apply for this position by clicking on the link below. Your application must include motivation letter, CV, a written proof of your English proficiency and copies of diplomas and transcripts from university education. Mark your application with the ref no below.
Deadline for application: March 20th, 2022
Ref no: 679-2022
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