Postdoctoral Researcher in Metal Additive: Join a dynamic and motivated team at Chalmers University of Technology in the rapidly expanding field of metal additive manufacturing. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will engage in cutting-edge research on in-situ process monitoring and machine learning to enhance the productivity, quality, and sustainability of Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam (PBF-LB) processes for metal additive manufacturing.
Postdoctoral Researcher in In-situ Process Monitoring and Machine Learning in Metal Additive Manufacturing
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
In-situ process monitoring, machine learning, and metal additive manufacturing (AM).
Location
Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualifications
- PhD: Materials Science, Material Mechanics, or Production Engineering (PhD degree should not be older than three years).
- Skills: Expertise in in-situ process monitoring, metal AM technologies, materials characterization, or microscopy.
- Experience: Priority for candidates with a background in Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam (PBF-LB) of metals.
- Additional Skills: Ability to teach, manage projects, and demonstrate research and educational potential.
- Language: Proficiency in English (Swedish is not required, and Swedish courses are offered).
Job Description
As a postdoctoral researcher, your responsibilities include:
- Conducting advanced research in metal AM as part of the national competence center CAM2 (Centre for Additive Manufacturing – Metal).
- Focusing on quality assurance and process development using state-of-the-art in-situ tools such as Optical Tomography (OT), Melt Pool Monitoring (MPM), and processing gas monitoring.
- Exploring AI/ML methodologies for data-driven decision-making to improve PBF-LB processing and tailor microstructures in real-time.
- Coordinating research projects and collaborating with academia, industry, and society at large.
- Supervising academic and industrial users of in-situ process monitoring tools.
- Teaching at undergraduate and master’s levels.
How to Apply
Submit your application through the Chalmers University website. For more details on the application process, visit Chalmers’ career page.
Last Date to Apply
January 30, 2025
Contact Information
For questions, please contact:
- Prof. Eduard Hryha: Director of CAM2 and Topic Leader – hryha@chalmers.se
- Prof. Lars Nyborg: Co-director of CAM2 and Head of Powder Metallurgy and Additive Manufacturing Group – lars.nyborg@chalmers.se
- Prof. Uta Klement: Head of Division and Research Area Leader in CAM2 – uta.klement@chalmers.se
Contract Terms
- Full-time temporary employment for a maximum of two years.
- Chalmers promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion as foundational principles for all its activities.
Take this opportunity to join a leading research group contributing to the future of sustainable manufacturing!
