Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Additive Manufacturing: Polytechnique Montréal invites applications for a post-doctoral fellowship in the field of Additive Manufacturing focused on the structural health monitoring of composite materials. This project, led by Prof. Sampada Bodkhe, aims to design, analyze, and fabricate hybrid composite structures with embedded sensors for real-time health monitoring, crucial for the timely maintenance of aerospace and automotive components.
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Additive Manufacturing for Structural Health Monitoring of Composites
Designation:
Post-Doctoral Researcher
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace |
| Location | Polytechnique Montréal, Montréal, Québec |
| Duration | 2 years (with possibilities for extension) |
| Application Deadline | September 9, 2025 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Required:
- Strong knowledge of smart materials, piezoelectric sensors, composite fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
- Proficiency in mechanical design.
- Preferred:
- Experience in finite element analysis (structural, electromechanical, and thermomechanical).
- Well-versed in data acquisition and instrumentation.
- Skills:
- Strong technical writing skills for scientific publications.
- Excellent communication skills in both English and French.
- Problem-solving-oriented mindset, hands-on approach.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Job Description:
The candidate will work on a research project that focuses on:
- The design and fabrication of hybrid composite structures.
- The integration of electromechanical components with embedded sensing for structural health monitoring.
- Conducting experiments, analyzing data, and publishing findings in relevant scientific journals.
Candidates will benefit from a stimulating research environment alongside a competent team and gain access to training opportunities for personal and professional growth.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to submit their applications as a single PDF (maximum size: 2MB) to Prof. Sampada Bodkhe at sampada.bodkhe@polymtl.ca using the subject line “PDF Application – AM for Structural Health Monitoring of Composites”.
A complete application must include:
- A cover letter detailing research interests, reasons for seeking the position, and relevant background.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a complete list of international scientific publications.
- Copies of transcripts (BSc, MSc, PhD).
- Contact information for two references.
- PDFs of the applicant’s best publications.
Last Date to Apply:
September 9, 2025
Join us in our mission to advance the field of structural health monitoring through innovative additive manufacturing techniques!
