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Amanuens Position for the Quantification of Plastic Material Flows in Building Construction Information about the division and the project The Building Technology division aims at contributing to a more resource efficient society and to a better environment. You will join the Sustainable Built Environments Research Area (Sustainable Building group) at the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering. This research area focuses on developing methods, tools, and strategies to enhance the sustainability performance of the built environment. Job description We are looking for three student assistants to support the PhD project Measuring to Manage: A Methodological Framework for Quantifying Plastic Material Flows and Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Plastics in Building Construction in the Sustainable Built Environments Research Area. The tasks mainly include: • Conducting data collection from Climate Declaration Reports and Environmental Product Declarations • Quantifying plastic material flows in different building projects using a developed method (training will be provided) • Constructing a database of quantification models • Supporting the development of predictive models for plastic waste generation in building projects We offer interesting and challenging tasks at the forefront of research in a flexible work environment. We expect • High attention to detail, structured working style • Basic knowledge of Environmental Product Declaration • Basic understanding of construction materials and building components • Basic skills in Excel • Prior knowledge of LCA, EPD, or material flow analysis is a plus but not required • Swedish language skill is a plus but not required Contract terms This is a temporary part-time 20% employment for 6 months. Qualifications To be eligible for this position, you should be registered as a student at Chalmers University of Technology. What we offer Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees. Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers. How to apply The application should be attached as PDF files, as below: • CV • Motivation letter Other documents (optional): • Copies of completed education, grades etc. Please use the button at the bottom of the page to reach the application form. We do not accept applications sent by email. Application deadline: September 21st, 2025 For questions, please contact Shuang Wang Email: [email protected] Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. About Chalmers University of Technology 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.