PhD - Ceramics materials research

Universidad de Sevilla & École Centrale Paris

Spain & France

Closing date: 15/03/2014

Description 

Title: Study of novel proton conductors for High temperature pressurized electrolysis cells.

Field: Materials for Solid Oxide Cells, hydrogen production, proton conductors.

Context and objective:

Hydrogen will play a more and more important role in a near future for energy applications. Its production, based at 95% on hydrocarbon resources, is still a problem in a general context of low carbon emissions. One of the most promising route for hydrogen production is the water electrolysis coupled to heat sources and clean electricity production. Nevertheless, their main limitation lies in their efficiency losses with time or their breaking under temperature cycling. To explain this degradation, the evolution of mechanical properties play a central role. For now, very few studies have been performed that allow the testing of mechanical properties in real working conditions. Recently, the test of mechanical properties under controlled atmosphere have been developed at Univ. of Sevilla. Parallely, the SPMS lab. at Ecole Centrale Paris has been working on the synthesis of dense nanostructured ceramics and on the measurement of their ion conduction properties. The objective is to synthesize and study the evolution of electro-mechanical properties of materials for high temperature Solid Oxide Cells.

After choosing several compositions adapted to the application, the PhD student will prepare nanosized powder samples through chemical routes (freeze-drying, hydrothermal) and then obtain dense ceramics through classical or Spark Plasma Sintering. Hydration and transport properties will be determined respectively by thermogravimetry and impedance spectroscopy in controlled atmosphere. The student will also participate to the building of a measuring cell that will allow to determine electro-mechanical properties as a function of mechanical strain and controlled atmosphere.

The thesis will be done (and co-supervised) in close collaboration with Prof. Manuel Jímenez-Melendo at University of Sevilla.

Contract - Temperature-responsive polymers, up-conversion and NIR-responsible nanoparticles

Institute of Nanoscience of Aragon (INA)

Zaragoza, Spain

Closing date: 15/3/2014

Description

Junior experienced researcher. Within the framework of an ERC-Consolidator grant, the research project deals with the development of temperature-responsive polymers, up-conversion and NIR-responsible nanoparticles to be used as drug delivery vectors using CFD simulations and microfluidic platforms for the synthesis of those hybrid carriers. The biological action of the resulting materials will be tested in vitro and in vivo.

The project will take place in the Aragon Nanoscience Institute (www.unizar.es/ina). The Institute is an interdisciplinary research institute of the University of Zaragoza, created in 2003. Our activity is focused on R+D in nanoscience and nanotechnology, based on the processing and fabrication of structures at the nanoscale and the study of their applications, in collaboration with companies and technological institutes from different areas.

PhD - Grafeno y otros materiales compuestos

Instituto de Carboquímica (CSIC)

Zaragoza, España

Plazo límite: 10 de Marzo de 2014.

Descripción

Se busca candidato para solicitar una de las subvenciones de contratación de personal investigador predoctoral en Aragón para la obtención del titulo de doctor.

El candidato se incorporará al grupo de nanoestructuras de carbono y nanotecnología del Instituto de Carboquímica del CSIC en Zaragoza.  (http://www.icb.csic.es/index.php?id=g-cnn) .

El Plazo de solicitud finaliza el 10 de marzo.

El tema de la tesis será "materiales avanzados basados en grafeno y derivados: síntesis procesado y aplicaciones". Se estudiarán los procesos de obtención de grafeno, funcionalización, y de preparación de materiales compuestos con polímeros conductores electroactivos, y de materiales híbridos con nanopartículas metálicas. Se caracterizarán los materiales por técnicas microscópicas,  espectroscópicas y electroquímicas, y se estudiará su procesado en forma de películas transparentes conductoras para aplicaciones ópticas.

PhD - Metamaterials

University of Exeter

United Kingdom

Description

The University of Exeter invites applications for 4-year fully-funded PhD studentships as part of its EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Metamaterials. This new centre-of-excellence ,“XM2”, will act as a hub of international and industrial collaborations, training scientists and engineers with the relevant skills, knowledge and professional attributes to transform the exploitation of metamaterials across industry and academia.

We invite applications from independently-minded undergraduates that have demonstrated excellence at the undergraduate level in a relevant subject. Applicants should have an interest in electromagnetics, acoustics, nanotechnology and/or materials science, and are expected to demonstrate creativity and be open-minded to collaborative work and innovation.

Full scholarships (up to 18 per year), including a stipend to cover living expenses and fees, are available to UK students at standard EPSRC rates. A small number of these may also be available to EU and International students. Industry-orientated studentships may also include a top-up to the stipend.

Metamaterials have properties beyond those found in nature, and have found application across the electromagnetic and acoustic domains. We will run projects ranging from fundamental explorations of physics through to device design. Our students will research a wide range of metastructures spanning 10 orders of scale, from quantum considerations on the atomic scale through to plasmonics and biomimetics and the manufacture of novel composites at the nano-scale. From the control of electron spin (spintronics) and magnonics, to the centimetre and millimetre scale in both acoustics and the RF and microwave regimes.

XM2 is interdisciplinary in nature, with projects taking place across Physics and Engineering.

Our core themes are:

• Plasmonics and graphene photonics including localisation of light at the nanoscale, graphene-based detectors and sources and energy harvesting.
• Natural photonics including the exploration of metastructures and the biomimetics of natural structures.
• THz and Microwave metamaterials including tuneable structures, imaging, surface waves, absorbers, energy harvesters and antennas.
• Magnonics and magnetic metamaterials including spintronics and magnetodynamics.
• Acoustic metamaterials including airborne and SONAR, metasurfaces, composite materials and absorbers.
• Spatial transformations including the application of theory to electromagnetic and acoustic problems.
• Nanomaterials and nanocomposites including carbon-based structures and nanocellulose.

PostDoc - Resource Conservative Manufacturing & Transforming Waste

INSEAD

France

Description

Project: "Resource Conservative Manufacturing – Transforming Waste into High Value

Resource through Closed-Loop Product Systems (ResCoM)".

For this EU project, which has started in November 2013, INSEAD is seeking to fill a

Post-Doc Position ResCoM is a 4 year project with 12 partners, including KTH Stockholm, TU Delft, tedrive, Bugaboo, Gorenje, Loewe, among others.

In a world with growing pressures on resources and the environment, the EU has no choice but to go for the transition to a resource-efficient and ultimately regenerative circular economy. The main objective of the ResCoM project is to develop an innovative framework and a collaborative software platform for the industrial implementation of closed-loop manufacturing systems.

In ResCoM, four manufacturers who are active in B2B and B2C markets (Electrolux, tedrive, Bugaboo and Loewe) will pilot a closed loop product system in their businesses.

These pilots will demonstrate how the collecting, remanufacturing and upcycling of discarded products into new added-value products will be cost-effective, resource efficient and more sustainable than the current linear manufacturing systems.

To support the pilot development, the ResCoM consortium will develop a framework based on methodologies and tools that take in account the complex, dynamic interaction between product design (design for multiple product lifecycles), supply chain management (integrated supply chains), business model development (closed-loop business models) and remanufacturing processes .

To support the pilot operations, the ResCoM consortium will develop a software platform consisting of a closed-loop product lifecycle management module coupled with a materials information module. The platform will help guide design decisions by illustrating the benefits of closed loop product design in terms of resource efficiency, CO2 production and energy use, and will provide business metrics such as lifecycle cost estimates, rapid identification of critical materials, product specific and remanufacturing considerations and legislative requirements. The platform will be tested and evaluated by the manufacturers. The ResCoM project results will be useful within a wide range of businesses and will equip industries and policy-makers with the tools required to support the transition to a closed-loop model.

INSEAD’s main work is on Closed-Loop Supply Chains and Business Models for Multiple Lifecycles.

PhD - Energía solar

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

Madrid, España

Fecha límite: 01/02/2014

Descripción

Buscamos un candidato cuyo objetivo sea realizar una investigación conducente a la obtención de la tesis doctoral para incorporarse a  los trabajos de investigación del Grupo y Estudios Fundamentales del Instituto de Energía Solar (SEF-IES-UPM) en el ámbito de la fabricación y estudio de células solares de última generación.

El candidato tendrá la oportunidad de tomar parte en proyectos regionales, nacionales, europeos e internacionales y en contacto con empresas; así como trabajar en instalaciones de última generación (Laboratorio IBLAB & Infraestructura del Campus de Excelencia MBE- GEN10-VEECO).

PhD / Formación - Nanociencia

Instituto de Nanociencia de Aragón

Zaragoza, España

Descripción

Próxima convocatoria de un contrato de personal en formación con las siguientes tareas a realizar:

• Síntesis de diversos materiales nanoporosos (MOFs, sílices, silicatos laminares, etc.).
• Encapsulación de diferentes aditivos en materiales nanoporosos.
• Posible escalado de los dos procesos anteriores.
• Caracterización de los materiales obtenidos por SEM, TEM, TGA, XRD, BET, FTIR, Vis-UV y adsorción de N2.
• Caracterización de la liberación/desorción, etc. de los aditivos usando herramientas tales como cromatografías HPLC y GS-MS y absorción Vis-UV.

Requisitos

Ingenier@ Químico, Licenciad@ en Químicas o similar. Se valorará también un máster directamente relacionado con Ingeniería Química, Química o Materiales y la predisposición a realizar el doctorado a través de la solicitud de una beca predoctoral tipo DGA o FPU. Se considerarán también candidaturas de estudiantes que estén a falta de presentar en breve el proyecto/trabajo final correspondiente.

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Contract - Nanotechnology and materials science

IUI en Nanociencia de Aragón

Zaragoza, España

Fecha límite: 10/01/2014

Descripción

Se ofrece un contrato laboral a tiempo parcial (18,5 h/semana), categoría LB/A2, ligado al proyecto tipo Innpacto CAPHITEX (IPT-2011-0878-420000). El periodo de contratación iría del 10/2/2014 al 31/10/2014. El lugar de trabajo será el Departamento de Ingeniería Química y TMA/Instituto de Nanociencia de Aragón, Universidad de Zaragoza.

Tareas a realizar:

• Síntesis de diversos materiales nanoporosos (MOFs, sílices, silicatos laminares, etc.).
• Encapsulación de diferentes aditivos en materiales nanoporosos.
• Posible escalado de los dos procesos anteriores.
• Caracterización de los materiales obtenidos por SEM, TEM, TGA, XRD, BET, FTIR, Vis-UV y adsorción de N2.
• Caracterización de la liberación/desorción, etc. de los aditivos usando herramientas tales como cromatografías HPLC y GS-MS y absorción Vis-UV.

Requisitos

Ingenier@ Químico, Licenciad@ en Químicas o similar. Se valorará también un máster directamente relacionado con Ingeniería Química, Química o Materiales y la predisposición a realizar el doctorado a través de la solicitud de una beca predoctoral tipo DGA o FPU. Se considerarán también candidaturas de estudiantes que estén a falta de presentar en breve el proyecto/trabajo final correspondiente.

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PhD - Research position in nanophotonics

CSIC - UPV/EHU and DIPC

Basque Country, Spain

Description

The Theory of Nanophotonics Group at the Center of Materials Physics addresses the optical response of nanoscale systems. The group has experience in theoretical modeling in different topics as: metallic nanoantennas, quantum plasmonics, acousto-plasmonics, dielectric nanoantennas, field enhanced spectroscopy and microscopy, near field microscopy, plasmon excitation by fast electron probes, photon emission in STM configurations, optical properties of semiconductor quantum dots. For more information visit our web: http://cfm.ehu.es/nanophotonics/

Requirements

A Masters degree in Physics or similar is highly desirable.

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PostDoc - Chemical reactions by synchrotron X-ray experiments

Ruhr-University

Bochum, Germany

Description

Post doctoral position for crystallographer, solid state physicist, solid state chemist, material scientist for 2 years, construction of and probing of chemical reactions in in-situ reaction cells by synchrotron X-ray experiments.

The project is part of the MATsynCELL project within the  “Röntgen-Ångström  Cluster”  framework program  (http://www.rontgen-angstrom.eu/) held jointly by Stockholm University (SU) and Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences  (SLU) in Sweden,  and  Christian-Albrechts-Universität and Ruhr-Universität in Germany to build up a consortium  MATsynCELL.

The project is to construct, test and apply a new in situ reaction cell for diffraction and spectroscopic experiments using synchrotron radiation which works at variable temperature, pressure and atmospheric environments. The German part of the project within the MATsynCELL is the construction and testing of the reaction cell. The Swedish collaborators will extensively study the MOF formation and interaction with guest molecules. MOFs are a class of interesting porous materials because of their importance in catalysis,  energy storage, gas separation and storage. The main tasks are developing heterogeneous catalysts and catalytic reactions,  and understanding the catalytic performance.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have experience in experimentation with synchrotron radiation under non-ambient conditions. He or she will lead the development of the in situ cell including remote control at RU Bochum. Implementation will be realized at synchrotron laboratories in collaboration with beam line scientists of synchrotron light sources and the Swedish groups performing the in situ experiments. The candidate should have a strong collaborative and communication skills and be self-motivated.

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PostDoc - Computational mechanics of composite materials

IMDEA Materials Institute

Madrid, Spain

Description

The research group of Structural Composites at IMDEA Materials Institute, led by Dr. Cláudio S. Lopes and Dr. Carlos González, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the field of multiscale computational analysis of composite structures. Candidates with strong background knowledge on computational damage mechanics, model development, and on numerical simulation of advanced composite materials and structures are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience in experimental mechanical testing of composites is highly valued.

The postdoctoral fellow will work in a vibrant multinational research group within the framework of a European project in the field of Aeronautics.

Requirements

- PhD degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or related.

- Solid background in computational mechanics of advanced composite materials.

- Ample experience with commercial FE software tools (Abaqus/LS-Dyna/PamCrash)including user subroutines.

- Fluent English.

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Contract - Project technician

College of Science and Engineering SUERC, University of Glasgow

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Closing date: 6 January 2014

Description

The SUERC seek to appoint a Project Technician to support the day to day running of the large Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland grant to investigate the origin, structure and chemical composition of carbon in an integrated approach to characterization in Martian meteorites.

With responsibility for the maintenance of equipment / apparatus, provision of consumables and the operation of services and equipment in relation to the work of the grant you will undertake laboratory analyses of Martian meteoritic and terrestrial analogue material and play an active role in achieving the project aims and objectives.

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PhD - Estudio de aplicaciones del grafeno

CSIC Instituto de Carboquimica

Zaragoza, España

Descripción

Candidatos que quieran solicitar la beca FPU para realizar su tesis doctoral en el Instituto de Carboquímica del CSIC en Zaragoza.

http://www.mecd.gob.es/servicios-al-ciudadano-mecd/catalogo-servicios/becas-ayudas-subvenciones/para-profesores/universitarios/fpu.html

TEMA DE TRABAJO: nuevos materiales funcionales basados en grafeno, y sus composites con polímeros conductores, e híbridos con aplicaciones energéticas.

LUGAR DE TRABAJO: Instituto de Carboquímica. CSIC. C/ Miguel Luesma Castán, 4. 50018-Zaragoza

DIRECTORES DE TRABAJO:

Ana Benito (Investigador Científico del CSIC);

Wolfgang Maser (Investigador Científico del CSIC);

http://www.icb.csic.es/index.php?id=g-cnn

Requisitos

Licenciados en Químicas, o Materiales. Finalización posterior a 1 Enero 2010.

Media de expediente académico: requisitos de la convocatoria.

ciclo 2º 7,2; ciclo largo: 7; grado:7,3; máster: 8,22.

Matriculado en un programa de doctorado o en las enseñanzas correspondientes para obtener el título que de acceso a un programa de doctorado al finalizar el curso 2013-2014.

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PhD - Becas para materiales, biomedicina y desarrollo del grafeno

Parque Científico de Burgos

Burgos, España

Descripción

Interesados en realizar una Tesis Doctoral en un grupo joven y reconocido por su excelencia en Castilla y León y Europa: Parque Científico de la Universidad de Burgos.

Líneas de investigación:

•       Simulación Multiescala de materiales avanzados en condiciones extremas.

•       Modelos de Transporte de Radiación en Materia. Trabajo en el Programa Internacional de Fusión F4E-ITER.

•       Aplicación a Ingeniería y a Medicina Nuclear-Bio/Medicina. Modelización de sistemas de medicina Nuclear.

•     Grafeno y su aplicación industrial.

•     Genoma de Materiales (Aeroespaciales, nuevas aplicaciones industriales y energéticas).

Requisitos

Se buscan Licenciados en Ciencias Físicas, Químicas, o Ingenieros:

* Interesados en participar en proyectos Europeos.

* Trabajo en contacto con USA (MIT y LANL)

* Trabajo en relación directa con la empresa e industria.

Se solicitará una beca FPU (BOE del Jueves 21 de noviembre de 2013,  Sec. III. Pág. 92894) para la cual los candidatos deben cumplir los siguientes requisitos:

La nota media mínima para cada nivel de titulación y rama de conocimiento será la siguiente:

Ramas de conocimiento de las enseñanzas universitarias  Nota media mínima por nivel de título universitario

        1.º ciclo       2.º ciclo       Ciclo largo     Grado   Máster

Ciencias        6,74    7,19    6,93    7,30    8,22

Por favor, absténganse los candidatos que no cumplan estos requisitos.

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Beca predoctoral - Nano-superconductividad para aplicaciones en energía

Instituto de Nanociencia de Aragón-Universidad de Zaragoza
Zaragoza, España

Fecha límite: 24/11/2013

Descripción

Se ofrece beca predoctoral para desarrollar la investigación: "NANO SUPERCONDUCTIVIDAD PARA APLICACIONES EN ENERGIA".

Requisitos

Titulación requerida: Tener finalizado un máster en físicas o nanomateriales.

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PhD - Research assistant for structural materials

IMDEA Materials

Madrid, Spain

Description

Position on a research project in the area of Advanced Structural Materials. The selected candidate will work under the joined supervision of the group leaders on the microstructural, micro-, and nanomechanical characterization of Ni-based superalloys. The position is expected to lead to a PhD after three years.

Requirements

A master degree and fluent English (oral and written) is required. Applicants should have experience/working knowledge in the fields:

- Microstructural characterization of Ni-based superalloys.

- Experience with SEM and FIB is advantage.

- Nanomechanical testing is a plus.

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PostDoc - Simulation of device processing in Ge and/or III-V based materials

IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies of Materials)

Madrid, Spain

Description

IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies of Materials) is a non-profit, private research organization, promoted by the Regional Government of Madrid, Spain, to carry out research activities in Materials Science and Engineering. The research institute is part of IMDEA, a new institutional framework that combines public and private support and harmonizes research with market demand, encouraging the private sector to participate in the design of science. IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to excellence in research and to fostering technology transfer to the industrial sector in a truly international environment. 

The research group of Atomistic Materials Modeling at IMDEA Materials Institute seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to work in the area of simulation of device processing in Ge and/or III-V based materials.

The candidate will develop, test and use computational Kinetic Monte Carlo models and algorithms to simulate processing scenarios for microelectronics under a European project with the supervision of a project leader with demonstrated experience in the field.

Requirements

•PhD in Physics, Electronics, Materials Engineering or related field.

•Some knowledge on the front end processing of microelectronic devices for Ge and/or III-V materials.

•Desire to work, learn and excel.

It will be a plus:

•C++ development of scientific applications.

•Kinetic Monte Carlo simulation.

•Experience with TCAD tools.

•Experience supervising students.

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PostDoc - Post-mortem analysis Li-ion batteries

CIC Energigune

Miñano, Álava, Spain

Deadline date: 21st November

Description

CIC Energigune is seeking an experienced Post-doctoral Researcher to engage in the research of post-mortem analysis for rechargeable Li-ion batteries and supercapacitors.

Job functions:

• Design protocols for post-mortem analysis of Li-ion batteries and supercapacitors.
• Characterize cell components using analytical instruments.
• Perform the electrochemical post-tests of the materials in half and full cells.
• Understand failure mechanisms and design degradation models.

Requirements

• PhD in Solid-state Electrochemistry, Organic or Inorganic Chemistry, or related fields.
• Experience in material synthesis, electrode formulation and device design/fabrication.
• High knowledge of Li-ion batteries technology or supercapacitors.
• Training in electrochemical measurements: galvanostatic and potentiostatic tests.
• Training in Impedance spectroscopy analysis applied to Li-ion batteries.
• Experience in material characterization.
• A team player who can collaborate with other groups, technical centers, and industries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

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PostDoc - Materials science

IMDEA Materials Institute

Madrid, Spain

Description

IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies of Materials) is a non-profit,

private research organization, promoted by the Regional Government of Madrid, Spain, to carry

out research activities in Materials Science and Engineering. The research group of Atomistic Materials Modeling seeks a postdoctoral researcher to work in the area of simulation of device processing in Ge and/or III-V based materials. The candidate will develop, test and use computational Kinetic Monte Carlo models and algorithms to simulate processing scenarios for microelectronics under a European project with the supervision of a project leader with demonstrated experience in the field.

Requirements

- PhD in Physics, Electronics, Materials Engineering or related field.

- Some knowledge on the front end processing of microelectronic devices for Ge and/or III-V materials.

- Desire to work, learn and excel.

It will be a plus:

- C++ development of scientific applications.

- Kinetic Monte Carlo simulation.

- Experience with TCAD tools.

- Experience supervising students.

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PhD - Research Assistant - Ni-based superalloys

IMDEA Materials Institute

Madrid, Spain

Description

IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies of Materials) is a non-profit, private research organization, recently promoted by the Regional Government of Madrid, to carry out research activities in Materials Science and Engineering. The research groups of Solidification Processing and Micro- and Nanomechanics at IMDEA Materials Institute are offering a RESEARCH ASSISTANT (PhD candidate) (MSc Degree in materials science/metallurgy) (Ref: MICROMECH-PhD-01) position on a research project in the area of Advanced Structural Materials. The selected candidate will work under the joined supervision of the group leaders on the microstructural, micro-, and nanomechanical characterization of Ni-based superalloys. The position is expected to lead to a PhD after three years.

Requirements

A master degree and fluent English (oral and written) is required. Applicants should have experience/working knowledge in the fields:

- microstructural characterization of Ni-based superalloys.

- experience with SEM and FIB is advantage.

- nanomechanical testing is a plus.

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