Doctoral Students in Advanced Characterisation/Modelling: KTH Royal Institute of Technology is inviting applications for two PhD students to participate in a groundbreaking research project focused on the advanced characterization and modelling of tungsten. This initiative is supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme and addresses the challenges in processing tungsten using cutting-edge additive manufacturing techniques.
Doctoral Students in Advanced Characterisation/Modelling of Tungsten
Designation
PhD Students (2 positions)
Research Area
- Materials Science
- Additive Manufacturing
- Microstructure Modelling
- Advanced Materials Characterisation
Location
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm County, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Master’s degree in Materials Science or a related field.
- Basic eligibility requirements as per Swedish Higher Education Ordinance:
- Candidates must not have resided or conducted their main activity in Sweden for more than 12 months in the 3 years preceding the recruitment date.
- Completion of course requirements with at least:
- 240 higher education credits, including at least 60 second-cycle credits.
- Proficiency in English equivalent to English B/6.
Job Description
Microstructure Modelling
- Develop thermodynamic and kinetic descriptions of tungsten and its alloys.
- Integrate results into microstructure models to predict phase transformations and grain structure during electron beam powder bed fusion.
- Collaborate with experimental researchers to validate models.
Advanced Materials Characterisation
- Characterise tungsten and its alloys at the atomic level using techniques such as atom probe tomography and electron-ion microscopy.
- Focus on understanding the effects of trace and alloying elements on microstructure and properties.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents via KTH’s recruitment system:
- CV detailing relevant professional experience and knowledge.
- Application letter outlining research interests and academic goals (maximum 2 pages).
- Copies of diplomas and grades from previous studies, along with certificates of language proficiency.
- Certified translations of documents not in English or Swedish.
- Representative publications or technical reports, along with a summary and web link for longer documents.
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted by December 1, 2025.
