Research Fellow in Mesoscale Modelling

Role Description

We welcome applications for this exciting post from those with relevant knowledge and experience in crystal plasticity.

About the Role

You will be part of a team to deliver multiscale modelling predictions on several research projects. The work aims to develop and implement crystal plasticity models to inform engineering plastic deformation models, with particular emphasis on their parameterisation. You will join a unique research environment that will allow you to perform leading research in mesoscale mechanics and the broad area of modelling metallic materials with physics-based models. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, interacting with various researchers and working with a range of modelling techniques and experiments. You will also have opportunities for personal development and liaise with other universities and industries.

You will report to Dr Castelluccio, who leads the mesoscale group and focuses on multiscale modelling and experiments.

About You

You will be educated to doctoral level (or close to completion) in the areas of solid mechanics or materials science, with relevant experience in developing and performing crystal plasticity simulations and microstructure-sensitive modelling in finite element software such as Abaqus or Ansys. With a developing track record of publishing in high quality journals, you will also have excellent and demonstrable coding skills. Excellent communication, planning and organising and problem-solving skills are also essential in this role. Experience with modelling high strain rate materials and a background in uncertainty quantification are also desirable.

About Us

As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here.

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How to apply                                   

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dr Gustavo Castelluccio, Reader in Mesoscale Mechanics, on (E): castellg@cranfield.ac.uk

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 4804.

Closing date for receipt of applications:   7 May 2024