Doctoral Fellowship in Hydrogen Storage: Ghent University is seeking a motivated and qualified individual for a doctoral fellowship focused on the experimental characterization of composite materials for hydrogen storage tanks. This position is part of a larger research project in collaboration with leading companies in the automotive industry and aims to contribute to the development of the hydrogen economy in Belgium.
Ghent University Doctoral Fellowship in Hydrogen Storage Research
Designation
Doctoral Fellow
Research Area
Experimental characterization of composites for hydrogen storage tanks.
Location
Ghent University, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in Engineering (preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Computational Mechanics, etc.)
- Strong interest in experimental mechanics of composite materials.
- Enthusiastic to work in a collaborative project between industry and academia.
Description
Ghent University is actively involved in advancing hydrogen technologies and is looking for a PhD researcher to focus on the storage of hydrogen in pressurized composite tanks. The research will involve:
- Measurement of physical and mechanical properties of composite materials.
- Instrumentation and data acquisition on full tanks.
- Assessment of solutions for Structural Health Monitoring.
The PhD researcher will work closely with industrial partners as well as other doctoral and postdoctoral colleagues to form a strong and complementary research team.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents to wim.vanpaepegem@ugent.be:
- CV
- Transcripts of records of Bachelor and Master studies
- Copy of diploma (if already in your possession)
- Motivation letter
Late applications will not be accepted.
Last Date for Apply
January 31, 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Doctoral Fellow |
| Research Area | Hydrogen Storage Research |
| Location | Ghent University, Belgium |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in Engineering; Interest in experimental mechanics |
| Application Deadline | January 31, 2025 |
For further information regarding this vacancy, please contact Prof. Wim Van Paepegem at wim.vanpaepegem@ugent.be or call +32(0)9/331 04 32.
