We have multiple PhD positions in the area of micromechanics of polycrystalline materials, e.g., metals and alloys as well as ceramics. We are looking for self-motivated and enthusiastic students with a degree in mechanical or materials engineering. Students with following research backgrounds are strongly recommended to apply:
- Micromechanics of deformation in polycrystals.
- Fracture mechanics.
- Solid mechanics and finite element modeling of polycrystals.
- Crystal plasticity.
- Diffraction and imaging experimental techniques.
- Neutron irradiation effects on polycrystals.
Prospective candidates will be assessed based on how well they meet the following criteria:
- Excellent degree in their relevant discipline;
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills (iBT TOFEL score must be higher than 86, with no individual score below 20)
The following skills are desirable:
- Ability to work with finite element packages, eg, ABAQUS.
- Ability to conduct experiments using SEM, EBSD, TEM, and XRD.
- Ability to program in any of the following languages:Fortran, Matlab, or Python.
- Abilitiy to develop or work with user materials subroutines (eg UMAT).
Application Procedure
Please email your CV, TOEFL/IELTS score, and cover letter to hamid.Abdolvand [at] uwo.ca (hamid[dot]Abdolvand[at]uwo[dot]ca).
Positions are open until filled.
To apply formally, candidates should send the required documents to the graduate office. For more details please check the following two links:
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