PhD Position (m/f/d)
in Computational Materials Mechanics (Microstructure Modeling)
code no. 2019/WM 2
The place of employment is Geesthacht, Germany.

The Department for Solid State Joining Processes of the Institute of Materials Research at Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht is offering a 3-years PhD
position in the area of computational mechanics with special focus on microstructure modeling based on the phase field method. A primary objective
of the position will be the development of micromechanical-based models to describe the process-microstructure-property relationships, including
microstructure evolution in new and innovative solid state processing technologies. We offer an interdisciplinary environment where computational
methods can be developed and tested in close collaboration with experimentalists in the department.
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
The promotion of equal rights is a matter of course for us. Severely disabled persons and these equals disable peoples equally suitable for
a position will be given preference in accordance with statutory provisions.
The Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht (HZG),
in Geesthacht, near Hamburg, and in Teltow, near Berlin, conducts materials and coastal research. You can find more information at
www.hzg.de.
The Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht (HZG)
is one of the 19 national institutions of the Hermann von Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres e.V. (HGF). Around 950 employees carry out basic research and development work in close cooperation with national and international research institutions, research-oriented clinics and economic and public institutions.
At the Institute of Materials Research
some 200 scientists conduct research in the five sub-institutes "Materials Mechanics", "Materials Physics", "Materials Technology", "Magnesium Innovation Centre MagIC" and "Metallic Biomaterials".
Deadline: 17.02.2019
Workplace: Geesthacht
Contact: Frau Erika Krüger
personal@hzg.de
www.hzg.de
Please send your application indicating job offer
code no. 2019/WM 2 by email (as pdf-file including CV, a statement of interest and copies of master/diploma/ university certificates) to our human resources
(personal@hzg.de).