PhD position in Ceramics Science: Drying of ceramic thin films

Firma/Institution: Darmstadt University of Technology (Germany)
Land: Germany
Position:PhD Position
eingegangen am:28/03/2007

Beschreibung:
A PhD position (Doktorandenstellen) is available at the Materials
Science Department of Darmstadt University of Technology (Germany). The
successful candidate will integrate a young research team focusing on the
development of new ceramic processes in a dynamic and international
work environment.

The drying is a necessary step in the manufacturing of ceramic
layers when using particle suspensions. The evaporation of solvent
induces shrinkage and stresses in the drying layer, which can create cracks
and delamination from the substrate. Experimental work encompasses thin
film processing and in-situ measurement of physical and mechanical
properties by means of innovative techniques during drying. The
experimental data will be used to develop a predictive model of drying.

Ideal candidates have a good background both in materials
science and mechanics.

High motivation, ability to work in team but also autonomy,
curiosity, very good experimental skills as well as interest in theoretical
approaches are expected.

This project will include cooperative work in Germany and
abroad.

Fluency in English is required, knowledge of German is
appreciated.

Salary is funded by the German Research Organization (DFG) for
a duration of 3 years, at the rate of 5/6 Bat IIa.

Envisioned start time: flexible, from May 2007

Darmstadt University of Technology specifically encourages female
candidates to apply with a view towards increasing the proportion of female
scientists. Handicapped persons with comparable qualifications receive
preferential status.
Interested candidates should send their application per mail (in
English or German, including a cover letter indicating their motivation to
apply for this position, detailed CV, certificates, a short summary of
research, references…). E-mail applications will not be considered.


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Kontakt Dr. Olivier Guillon Adresse Technische
Universität Darmstadt FB Materialwissenschaft, FG NAW, Petersenstr.
23
Ort Darmstadt Postleitzahl 64287 Telefon
06154-166396 E-Mail guillon@ceramics.tu-darmstadt.de

Weitere Informationen:

Kontakt Dr. Olivier Guillon Adresse Technische
Universität Darmstadt FB Materialwissenschaft, FG NAW, Petersenstr.
23 Ort Darmstadt Postleitzahl 64287
Telefon 06154-166396 E-Mail guillon@ceramics.tu-darmstadt.de
URL http://www.tu-darmstadt.de/fb/ms/fg/naw/