We have a fully-funded position for a PhD student in the EMSI lab, in mechanical engineering at EPFL, and are seeking qualified applicants. The thesis topic is: Crack front stability in 3D. Information about our lab can be found on our website at: Engineering Mechanics of Soft Interfaces ‐ EPFL
What we seek:
A student with substantial laboratory experience, and familiarity with general laboratory instrumentation. Experience with microscopy or imaging is a plus, but not required. The qualified applicant will have some experience with continuum solid mechanics. We are seeking applicants with a master’s degree at the time of the desired start date, but will consider applicants with a bachelor’s degree.
What we offer:
A science-first lab for investigating interfacial mechanical phenomena using all available tools and methods. Our lab has a hallmark of novel experimental approaches, and has contributed to significant advances in material and interface characterization. You will be encouraged to achieve your potential as a scientist, and have access to all the required tools for this purpose. We have a vibrant, driven team, who maintain a high-standard of work-life balance. Student salaries and the Swiss environment make life outside the lab enjoyable.
Interested applicants are encouraged to send the following (pdf preferred) to Dr. John Kolinski, john.kolinski [at] epfl.ch (john[dot]kolinski[at]epfl[dot]ch): 1. A cover letter, summarizing your qualifications and interest in joining the lab. 2. A CV including a list of published scientific work, and a description of scientific goals.
We are committed to hiring diversely and inclusively.