PhD Position (m/f/d) in the field of Multi-Material Lightweight Manufacturing

Graz University of Technology is the longest-established university of technology in Austria. Here, successful teams of students, talented up-and-coming scientists, ambitious researchers and a lively start-up scene enjoy an inspirational environment as well as access to top-quality equipment. And all this in one of the most innovative and livable regions in Europe. TU Graz offers an inspiring working environment with outstanding infrastructure and service-oriented university management.

The Institute of Materials Science, Joining and Forming at TU Graz has an opening for a

PhD Position (m/f/d) in the field of Multi-Material Lightweight Manufacturing

40 hours/week, for 3 years, starting presumably on January 1st, 2022.

• Active participation in an international research project on the formability and joinability of hybrid material combinations (steel-wood, aluminum-wood) in vehicle lightweight design
• Creating finite element models for the simulation of forming and joining processes
• Preparation and support of material tests, joining- and forming experiments
• Evaluation and assessment of experimental and numerical results
• Preparing scientific publications (journals, conferences)
• Organizational support of the project leader
• Co-supervision of master and bachelor students
• Contributing to the general administration and to projects at the institute

• Completed master or diploma study in mechanical engineering, production technology, technical physics, materials science, or similar fields
• Interested in innovative lightweight concepts for vehicles
• Skills and experience in the field of finite element modelling and simulation
• Willingness for preparing a PhD thesis
• Responsible and independent way of working
• Ability to work in teams
• Very good English skills

• Diversified and challenging experimental/numerical research tasks
• Friendly and collegial working atmosphere
• Excellent work-life balance (flexible working schedule)
• Top research infrastructure and access to the latest technologies
• Exciting opportunities for professional and personal development

Applications with relevant documents should be submitted, preferably by email, to [email protected] by 31th of December 2021 at the latest.

We offer a minimum annual gross salary based on full-time employment of € 41,601.--. Graz University of Technology actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. People with disabilities and who have the relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply.

Contact

Graz University of Technology
Institute of Materials Science, Joining and Forming
Research Group of Tools & Forming
Inffeldgasse 11/I, 8010 Graz

www.tf.tugraz.at

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