Postdoctoral Associate in Corrosion Fatigue: The Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in Phase Field Modeling of Corrosion Fatigue to join Prof. Emilio Martinez-Paneda’s research group (the Mechanics of Materials Lab). The position is fixed-term for 12 months and funded by an EPSRC Supergen ORE Hub grant (CF-PREDICT), with collaborative work involving the University of Strathclyde (Prof. Ali Mehmanparast).
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Phase Field Modelling of Corrosion Fatigue
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Associate
Research Area: Phase Field Modelling of Corrosion Fatigue
Location: University of Oxford, Department of Engineering Science, Oxford
Salary: £36,024 to £44,263 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 27th February 2024
Closes: 22nd March 2024
Job Ref: 171348
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in engineering, mathematics, physics, materials science, or closely-related disciplines.
- Experience in at least one of the following: Finite element analysis, Multi-physics modelling, ABAQUS or COMSOL, Fracture Mechanics, Phase field models, Computational Mechanics.
Job Description: The successful candidate will conduct finite element simulations to understand material-environment interactions, focusing on the structural integrity behavior of offshore wind turbines. The role involves using commercial finite element packages (e.g., COMSOL, ABAQUS) as well as in-house or open-source codes (e.g., FEniCS, MOOSE). Collaborative work, research group activities, publication submissions, and liaison with academic collaborators and sponsors are also expected. The initial appointment is for one year with potential extension opportunities based on performance and funding availability.
How to Apply: Only online applications received before midday on 22nd March 2024 will be considered. Applicants must upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV, and details of two referees as part of the online application.
Last Date for Apply: 22 March 2024.
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