PhD Position in Sustainable Structural Metals: The Institute for Advanced Simulations at Forschungszentrum Jülich is seeking a motivated PhD student to explore the inverse design of microstructures aimed at developing novel sustainable structural metals. This project emphasizes high-throughput simulation tools combined with data analytics, enabling the prediction of structure-property relations and facilitating experimental evaluation.
PhD Position in Inverse Design of Microstructures for Novel Sustainable Structural Metals
Designation
PhD Student
Research Area
- Inverse Materials Design
- Sustainable Structural Metals
- Alloy Development
- Materials Simulation and Data Analysis
Location
Aachen/Jülich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed university degree (Master or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, computational science, or a related field with excellent grades
- Strong understanding of computational mechanics, finite element methods, or spectral solvers
- Practical programming experience (preferably in Python)
- Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems
- Strong analytical and systematic thinking
- Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
- Proficient in written and spoken English
Job Description
The PhD student’s responsibilities include:
- Developing automated workflows for descriptor-based microstructure reconstruction
- Identifying material parameters for crystal plasticity simulations through inverse analysis
- Establishing structure-property linkages from numerical simulations, converting them into AI and ML-ready information
- Implementing an indirect inverse optimization framework for identifying desirable microstructures
- Publishing and presenting research findings in reputable journals and international conferences
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit:
- A motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- University degree certificates
- Grade transcripts
Applications can be submitted through the contact form on the Forschungszentrum Jülich Careers page. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.
Last Date to Apply
The position will remain open until successfully filled. Early application is encouraged.
This scholarship post outlines the opportunity for ambitious candidates to contribute to innovative research in sustainable materials, offering a dynamic collaborative environment within a leading research institution.
