Postdoc researcher in crystal plasticity modelling

Job description

At the Department of Materials Science and Engineering we are offering a postdoctoral researcher position for development and implementation of crystal plasticity finite element method (CPFEM) modelling of complex microstructures in metallic materials under various loading condition. In order to design novel alloys and microstructures for load-bearing applications it is necessary to understand the evolution of local micro/macro-stresses and strains within the microstructures and at phase/grain boundaries is critical. Therefore, we the main aim of the position is to develop and implement microstructure-sensitive multi-scale computational models for prediction of mechanical behavior of complex multiphase microstructures under static and cyclic loading conditions. This work will support ongoing experimental activities on understanding the structure-property relationships of metallic materials. The CPFEM modelling will in particular support experimental studies using single grain mapping (3DXRD) of mechanical behavior of polycrystalline aggregates as well as experimental studies of structure-property correlations under fatigue loading.

The position should be highly interesting for researchers in computational materials science with a desire to deepen their knowledge and expand capabilities in the field of mechanical metallurgy and materials modeling. Furthermore, the postdoc will have excellent opportunity to widen their knowledge in physical metallurgy in general and to collaborate intensively with academic and industrial partners in Sweden and internationally as well as to contribute to large-scale infrastructure (synchrotron facility) research.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH
• Opportunity to develop network a national and international network in academia and industry for metallic materials research.
• Opportunity to develop in a broad range of materials characterization instruments at Hultgren laboratory

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• Research experience in computational materials science or solid mechanics, especially crystal plasticity finite element method (CPFEM), proven by a track record of high impact journal publications and international conference presentations.
• The ability to express yourself very well in English, spoken and written, as this will be required in day-to-day work.
• You work with independence, are self-motivated with a strong ability to take initiative and run projects.
• You have well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills and like to take responsibility. You have strong collaboration skills including the ability to lead and to support research.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Experience with characterization of mechanical behavior of metallic materials, e.g. macro/micro- tensile testing, in-situ micromechanical testing, etc., is preferred.
• Experience with microstructural characterization methods, e.g., SEM, TEM, EBSD, is meritorious.
• Teaching abilities
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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