Research Engineer Position in Metamaterial: The KU Leuven Mecha(tro)nic System Dynamics (LMSD) and the Campus Diepenbeek Polymer Processing & Engineering (PPE) groups invite applications for a research engineer to join the Horizon Europe MSCA doctoral network METRAMAT. This position, designated as DC3, focuses on the exploration and validation of non-linear metamaterial concepts for enhanced structural and vibrational behavior. The METRAMAT project, funded by the European Commission, aims to enable multi-functional reliable metamaterial integration in real-life industrial applications.
Summary Table:
| Position | Research Engineer (DC3) |
|---|---|
| Project | METRAMAT – Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network |
| Study Area | Non-linear Metamaterials for Structural and Vibrational Enhancement |
| Duration | Typically a 4-year PhD trajectory |
| Remuneration | €3400 monthly gross salary, €600 mobility allowance, €600 family allowance |
Study Area: The research focuses on non-linear metamaterials, investigating their application in real-life industrial scenarios to enhance structural and vibrational behavior. The project aims to develop efficient simulation tools for the design of non-linear metamaterials capable of broad frequency attenuation, harmonic attenuation, or self-adapting properties.
Scholarship Description:
Research Engineer Position in Non-linear Metamaterial Concepts for METRAMAT Project (ref. BAP-2023-798)
The METRAMAT Doctoral Network project seeks to actively train young researchers in metamaterial development. The successful candidate will work on developing simulation tools and designing non-linear metamaterials. The project involves experimental validation of the most promising designs on an academic prototype.
Eligibility: The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics, demonstrating above-average performance. Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Candidates must not have had residence or main activities in Belgium for more than 12 months in the last 3 years.
Required Documents:
- Full CV
- Motivation Letter
- Full list of credits and grades for BSc and MSc degrees (with English transcription if possible)
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) – if available
- Two reference letters – if available
- English version of MSc or PhD thesis, recent publication, or assignment – if available
How to Apply: Interested candidates should follow the application tool and submit the required documents. For additional information, please contact Dr. Claus Claeys (claus.claeys@kuleuven.be), Dr. Régis Boukadia (regis.boukadia@kuleuven.be), and Prof. Elke Deckers (elke.deckers@kuleuven.be) by mail, mentioning ‘METRAMAT DC3’ in the title.
Last Date: Applications must be submitted no later than 31 January 2024 via the online application tool. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in non-linear metamaterials within a dynamic and ambitious research environment.
