PhD Scholarship in Dynamic Material: Ghent University’s Department of Electromechanical, Systems and Metal Engineering invites applications for a PhD scholarship in the research group Materials Science and Technology-DyMaLab. The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research on advanced materials used in the automotive and aeronautical industries, focusing on impact-dynamic mechanical properties. This scholarship offers an intellectually stimulating environment, access to cutting-edge facilities, and opportunities for professional development.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity in Dynamic Material Testing at Ghent University
Summary Table:
| Position | PhD Researcher in Dynamic Material Testing |
|---|---|
| Study Area | Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science |
| Location | Ghent, Belgium |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or civil engineering |
| Last Application Date | June 30, 2024, 23:30 |
| Description | Conduct research on impact-dynamic mechanical properties of advanced materials for automotive and aeronautical industries. |
| How to Apply | Send application to Patricia.Verleysen@UGent.be with subject ‘Vacancy: PhD Dynamic material testing’, including motivation letter, CV, and degree copies merged into one PDF attachment. |
| Duration | Initial 12 months, extendable to a maximum of 48 months |
| Occupancy Rate | 100% |
| Vacancy Type | Research Staff |
Study Area: Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science
Location: Ghent, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Degree: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or civil engineering.
- Interest: Keen interest in mechanical material behavior, material testing, and measurement techniques.
- Skills: Familiarity with mechanics, optics, electronics, measurement procedures, data processing, Labview, Matlab, Python scripting, and finite element modeling.
- Attitude: Independent, problem-solving, organized, result-oriented, with social skills, flexibility, and critical thinking ability.
- Language: Good command of English (reading, writing, speaking).
Description: The PhD researcher will contribute to ongoing research on advanced materials for automotive and aeronautical industries, focusing on impact-dynamic mechanical properties. The role involves conducting experiments, utilizing advanced measurement devices, and employing numerical simulations to enhance material testing methodologies.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their application to Patricia.Verleysen@UGent.be with the subject ‘Vacancy: PhD Dynamic material testing’, including a motivation letter (1 page max), CV (3 pages max), and copies of bachelor and MSc degrees merged into one PDF attachment.
Last Date: Applications accepted until June 30, 2024, 23:30.
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