Postdoctoral Associate in Self-healing Materials: Queen Mary University of London – School of Engineering & Material Sciences invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) position working on the ERC Starting Grant/UKRI Frontier Research Grant led by Dr. Wei Tan. The project, “LSIMPACT: Life-like Resilient Materials for Mitigating Liquid-Solid Impact Damage,” seeks to understand the effects of high-speed liquid collisions with solid surfaces. This role focuses on developing self-healing materials resilient to liquid-solid impact, collaborating with experts in experimental mechanics, computational modeling, and self-healing materials.
Summary Table:
| Study Area | Self-healing Materials |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Description | Postdoctoral Research Associate position to develop self-healing materials within the LSIMPACT project. |
| Eligibility | PhD in Materials Science or related field, hands-on experience in self-healing materials, and polymer synthesis. |
| Required Documents | CV, Research Interests, Contact Information for two references, PhD degree certificate or expected completion statement. |
| How to Apply | Apply through the official Queen Mary University job portal. |
| Last Date | 18th February 2024 |
Study Area: Self-healing Materials
Scholarship Description: Queen Mary University of London offers a Postdoctoral Research Associate position to develop self-healing materials within the LSIMPACT project. The research focuses on understanding the effects of high-speed liquid collisions with solid surfaces and aims to contribute to the development of advanced impact-resistant materials. The PDRA will collaborate with experts in experimental mechanics, computational modeling, and self-healing materials.
Eligibility: Applicants should possess or be near completion of a PhD in Materials Science or a related field (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering), supplemented by relevant research experience. Essential qualifications include hands-on experience in self-healing materials and polymer synthesis. Proficiency in advanced analytical techniques (FTIR, NMR), rheology, and mechanical testing is crucial. A solid understanding of self-healing mechanisms or mechanics of materials is essential, with familiarity in polymer composites considered advantageous.
Required Documents:
- CV
- Research Interests
- Contact Information for two references
- PhD degree certificate or expected completion statement
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted through the official Queen Mary University job portal.
Last Date: 18 February 2024
