Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in the Field of Engineering Sciences by Ghent University

Ghent University invites PhD candidates to a fully-funded PhD scholarship for a maximum period of 4 years, for the research line “Joining and Additive Manufacturing” within the Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue group. This opportunity is sponsored by Ghent University’s Special Research Fund (BOF). The research will be carried out at the Soete Laboratory of Ghent University, a team of young and enthusiastic researchers, post-docs, and professors. The group focuses on research related to fatigue, fracture, tribology, and finite element modeling. This project aims to provide a better understanding of the “Structural integrity of remanufactured steel components made by Wire+Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)”. 

You will have the chance to receive:

•  A PhD scholarship as contractual recruitment of 1 year, with another 3 years after positive evaluation.
• The tax-free scholarship and includes full social security coverage. 
•  Work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and international research environment. 
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits:
•  35 days of paid leave.
•  a wide range of training and education opportunities.
•  bicycle commuting reimbursement, etc.

You must have: 

1. A master’s degree in engineering sciences, with a specialization in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, materials engineering, or an equivalent degree.
2. An excellent academic track record. 
3. Highly motivated to conduct both experimental and numerical research. 
4. You are self-critical, work with rigor and attention to detail. 
5. Combine being an active team player with a strong sense of autonomy and responsibility. 
6. Good communication and writing skills and have an excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. 
7. A genuine interest in the mechanics and structural integrity of additive manufacturing.
8. You are preferred to have experience on:

• Mechanical testing and materials characterization.
• Residual stresses and measurement techniques.
•  Finite element analysis, and scripting.
• Candidates with a doctoral degree cannot apply.

Please note:

• The qualified ones will be invited to a selection interview.
• Your appointment will start on 01/10/2021 at the earliest.

About Ghent University:

Ghent University is a top 100 university and one of the major universities in Belgium. The 11 faculties offer more than 200 courses and conduct in-depth research within a wide range of scientific domains. Ghent University Global Campus is also the first European university in Songdo, South Korea. Employing more than 8,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, and technical and social services on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. Ghent University is a logical choice for its employees as well as its students.

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