PhD Student to crack arrest toughness evaluation with standard and sub-sized specimens on unirradiated and neutron irradiated ferritic steel for nuclear applications 100%
Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
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The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within
Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human
health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing
society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of
our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
The structural integrity group investigates the influence of material ageing phenomena on the lifetime and structural
integrity of nuclear power plant components. In order to strengthening our fatigue research activities, we are looking
for a
PhD Student to crack arrest toughness evaluation with standard and sub-sized specimens on unirradiated and neutron
irradiated ferritic steel for nuclear applications
Your tasks
- PhD thesis on arrest toughness in the ductile to brittle transition region of unirradiated and irradiated ferritic
steels for nuclear applications
- Development of innovative techniques to measure arrest toughness in ferritic steels using standard and sub-sized
specimens
- Fractographic observations to analyze crack path, and arrest locations
- Modeling of static and dynamic crack arrest conditions with finite element simulations
- Supervision of semester students and/or internships
- Publication of results in scientific journals and at international conferences
Your profile
You hold a Master degree in Materials Science or in Physics and have a solid background in metallurgy. Practical
experience in material testing and metallographic characterization and very good communication skills in English are
also required. A German working knowledge would be an asset.
We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a
systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational
training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to
support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
For further information please contact Philippe Spätig, phone +41 56 310 29 34, e-mail: philippe.spatig@psi.ch
Please submit your application online until 16 May 2025 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD
student (index no. 4603-00).
Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
www.psi.chApply now
Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human
health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing
society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of
our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
The structural integrity group investigates the influence of material ageing phenomena on the lifetime and structural
integrity of nuclear power plant components. In order to strengthening our fatigue research activities, we are looking
for a
PhD Student to crack arrest toughness evaluation with standard and sub-sized specimens on unirradiated and neutron
irradiated ferritic steel for nuclear applications
Your tasks
- PhD thesis on arrest toughness in the ductile to brittle transition region of unirradiated and irradiated ferritic
steels for nuclear applications
- Development of innovative techniques to measure arrest toughness in ferritic steels using standard and sub-sized
specimens
- Fractographic observations to analyze crack path, and arrest locations
- Modeling of static and dynamic crack arrest conditions with finite element simulations
- Supervision of semester students and/or internships
- Publication of results in scientific journals and at international conferences
Your profile
You hold a Master degree in Materials Science or in Physics and have a solid background in metallurgy. Practical
experience in material testing and metallographic characterization and very good communication skills in English are
also required. A German working knowledge would be an asset.
We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a
systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational
training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to
support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
For further information please contact Philippe Spätig, phone +41 56 310 29 34, e-mail: philippe.spatig@psi.ch
Please submit your application online until 16 May 2025 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD
student (index no. 4603-00).
Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
www.psi.chApply now