PhD Position (m/f/d)
in Computational Materials Mechanics (Microstructure Modeling)

Your job:

• development of micromechanical-based model, preferably based on the phase field method, to describe the microstructure evolution in solid state processes
• software implementation of these models in FORTRAN, C++ or Python
• validation of your results in collaboration with experimentalists
• publication and presentation of your scientific results in international scientific journals and at international conferences and workshops

Your background:

• master's degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, civil engineering or similar
• excellent knowledge of engineering mechanics and computational mechanics (in particular finite element methods and material modeling)
• very good programming skills (preferably in C++ and Python)
• specific knowledge in the area of microstructure formation and phase field method is preferred but not required
• fluency in English is obligatory (TOEFL or IELTS proficiency preferred) and German knowledge an asset

We offer you:

• multinational work environment with over 950 colleagues from more than 50 nations
• extensive options of vocational training (i. a. expert seminars, language courses or leadership seminars)
• flexible working hours and various models to ensure ensure the compatibility of family and career
• excellent infrastructure including modern work spaces
• remuneration according to the standards of the collective wage agreement TV-AVH including further social benefits
• a vibrant scientific environment where you have the opportunity to collaborate closely with experts from multiple areas with a combined expertise covering the full range from simulation and theory to experiments
• opportunity to enroll in a PhD program at Leuphana University of Lüneburg
• fixed-term contract for 3 years