Postdoctoral Associate in Self-healing Materials: Queen Mary University of London – School of Engineering & Material Sciences invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) position working on the ERC Starting Grant/UKRI Frontier Research Grant led by Dr. Wei Tan. The project, “LSIMPACT: Life-like Resilient Materials for Mitigating Liquid-Solid Impact Damage,” seeks to understand the effects of high-speed liquid collisions with solid surfaces. This role focuses on developing self-healing materials resilient to liquid-solid impact, collaborating with experts in experimental mechanics, computational modeling, and self-healing materials.
Summary Table:
Study Area: Self-healing Materials
Scholarship Description: Postdoctoral Research Associate position to develop self-healing materials within the LSIMPACT project. The research focuses on understanding the effects of high-speed liquid collisions with solid surfaces and aims to contribute to the development of advanced impact-resistant materials. The PDRA will collaborate with experts in experimental mechanics, computational modeling, and self-healing materials.
Eligibility: Applicants should possess or be near completion of a PhD in Materials Science or a related field (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering), supplemented by relevant research experience. Essential qualifications include hands-on experience in self-healing materials and polymer synthesis. Proficiency in advanced analytical techniques (FTIR, NMR), rheology, and mechanical testing is crucial. A solid understanding of self-healing mechanisms or mechanics of materials is essential, with familiarity in polymer composites considered advantageous.
Required Documents:
* CV
* Research Interests
* Contact Information for two references
* PhD degree certificate or expected completion statement
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted through the official Queen Mary University job portal.
Last Date: 18th February 2024
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