Postdoc in Moblity service usage among car and non-car owners

Organisation/Company

Chalmers University of Technology

Research Field

Geography » Human geography
Political sciences » Public policy
Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences
Psychological sciences » Psychology
Sociology » Urban sociology
Technology » Transport technology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

16 Aug 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)

Country

Sweden

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

 Interested in urban mobility and working in an interdisciplinary team with close connection with stakeholders?

We are looking for a postdoc to join our team at the Division of Physical Resuorce Theory, Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences. Become a part of the team and contributing to research on current and future mobility service usage and attitudes among car and non-car owners.

About us 

At the department of Environmental and Energy Sciences and the division of Physical Resource Theory we identify, analyse and describe the major sustainability challenges of our time, with the aim of developing models, tools and competitive technological solutions to support the transition in sectors such as energy, transport and heavy industry. Within a scientifically excellent environment, we develop new technologies, build knowledge and educate the engineers of the future who can contribute to a sustainable society in the long term. A significant part of our research also takes a systems perspective, focusing on the interaction between technology, society and the environment in order to develop resilient solutions for the future.

About the research project  

Despite increasing research on car-free households, there is still a lack of understanding of how car owners and non-car owners differ in their mobility patterns, satisfaction, and use of mobility services such as car-sharing, cargo-bikes, and attitudes toward emerging technologies such as shared autonomous vehicles. This project addresses that gap through a mixed-method study combining survey data with in-depth interviews. An interdisciplinary approach, integrating systems and policy perspectives with behavioral psychology, will deepen the analysis.

Who we are looking for The following requirements are mandatory: 

• A doctoral degree in transportation, urban planning, psychology or other relevant fields. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English 
• Experience in mixed-method analysis, ie. both qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Ability to work both independently and in interdisciplinary research teams

You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.

The following experience will strengthen your application: 

• It is highly meritorious if the doctoral degree has been obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Experience in survey analysis, interviews and stakeholder engagement
• Experience working across disciplines or with stakeholders in transport, urban planning, public policy

What you will do 

• Develop conceptual frameworks for mobility service usage
• Statistical analysis of surveys
• Qualitative interviews with residents in Gothenburg
• Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent 
• Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level

The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector. 

Contract terms  

The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension. 

The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn. 

What we offer 

• As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits   for employees. 
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg . 
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.  

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence . We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities. 

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in. 

Application procedure 

The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files. 

CV 

• A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications. 
• Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience. 

Personal letter 

• A brief introduction about yourself. 
• A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes. 
• An outline of your future goals and research focus. 

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.  
A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.
Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview. 

We welcome your application no later than August 16th 2026

For questions please contact: 

Frances Sprei
Professor in sustainable mobility
[email protected]

We look forward to your application! 

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***  

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society. 
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward. 

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/chalmers-university-of-technology/2026/postdoc…

Research Field

Geography

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Political sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Psychological sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Psychological sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Sociology

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Technology

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Chalmers University of Technology

Country

Sweden

City

Gothenburg

Postal Code

412 58

Street

Maskingränd 2

City

Gothenburg

Website

https://www.chalmers.se/en/

Postal Code

412 58

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