PhD Student in Crack Arrest Toughness Evaluation (Masculine/Feminine)

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 paths 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's degree in Materials Science or Physics and have a solid background in metallurgy. Practical experience in material testing and metallographic characterization, along with excellent communication skills in English, are essential. A working knowledge of German would be an asset.

We Offer

Our institution fosters interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, personal development opportunities, and our strong vocational training culture. We support you in balancing work and personal life with modern employment conditions and robust on-site infrastructure.

Application Process

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Contact

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Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Mariusz Prus,
5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland