瑞士苏黎世联邦理工大学热塑性纤维预成型复合材料博士后科学家职位
文章来源:知识人网整理 更新时间:2020年08月27日
瑞士苏黎世联邦理工大学热塑性纤维预成型复合材料博士后科学家职位
Postdoctoral Scientist in Thermoplastic Fiber Preform Composites
100%, Zurich, temporary
The Laboratory of Composite Materials and Adaptive Structures Groupat ETH Zurich is searching for a postdoctoral researcher in developing novel composite preform materials, in the form of individually coated glass fibers, namely bicomponent fibers. The aim of the position is to advance the understanding of a novel coating processing involving the deposition of thermoplastic matrix material on individual glass fibers for advanced composite preform technologies. We invite candidates with research interests in one or several of the topics of materials science and engineering, chemistry, polymer science with a passion for composite materials and structures.
Project background
Thermoplastic composites offer a wide range of advantages compared to thermosets in terms of recyclability, joining, re-forming abilities and decreased cycle times due to the absence of time-consuming curing reactions. However, thermoplastics exhibit a high melt viscosity limiting fast and cost- efficient processing. Therefore, to make composites accessible to a greater market this disadvantage needs to be overcome. CMASLab is dedicated to expediting the adaptation of sustainable composite materials and processing technologies for applications requiring top material quality. To that end, we are currently developing a novel innovative processing route for high performance fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composites which relies on the direct coating of glass fibres. Preforms made from these coated fibres provide numerous advantages for manufacturing at high volume, at large scale, with high fibre volume content, or with highest precision at small scales. Therefore, we are seeking to further develop a systematic understanding of the processing and property behavior, along with promoting an increased sustainability of the existing manufacturing methodologies. These investigations are intended to contribute to the rapid manufacturing and high- volume production of advanced composite preform materials that is competitive with existing market solutions.
Job description
Duties and responsibilities:
Develop scalable robust processing strategies for coating glass fibers with thermoplastics.
Determine methodologies that limit or eliminate hazardous manufacturing steps
Experience in composite part manufacturing
Expertise in polymer synthesis and processing
Practical experience in a wet chemistry lab
Understanding of permeability between matrix and fibers
Assist with the supervision of PhD and masters students linked to the project
Assist with the teaching of courses in the department of mechanical engineering
Write peer-reviewed publications and promote results at international conferences
He/she is also expected to help in designing teaching modules
Your profile
We are seeking an individual who is competent in surface science and engineering, sustainable materials with a demonstrated enthusiasm for composite materials and scale up methodologies. Candidates must have obtained a PhD degree in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science or a related field. Successful candidates will have a proven track record of excellent research performance. Prospective candidates will be part of an international research team and expected to be highly motivated, passionate about science, and collaborative.
You bring to the role:
The ability to work well in a highly international, collaborative environment is pertinent to success.
Direct experience with polymer processing and/or surface modification such as composite materials
Value expanding your network to an advanced technology readiness level
Expertise in materials testing techniques such as: DSC, TGA, SEM and DMA
Enjoy working with students
Demonstrated ability to successfully obtain funding through written research proposal
We offer :
Multicultural and stimulating professional environment
Pleasant atmosphere and working environment
Attractive hiring conditions
Access to state of the art equipment and resources
为防止简历投递丢失请抄送一份至:boshijob@126.com(邮件标题格式:应聘职位名称+姓名+学历+专业+中国博士人才网)
中国-博士人才网发布
声明提示:凡本网注明“来源:XXX”的文/图等稿件,本网转载出于传递更多信息及方便产业探讨之目的,并不意味着本站赞同其观点或证实其内容的真实性,文章内容仅供参考。