Doctoral Researcher in Ion Irradiation and Material Characterization | Doktorand (w/m/d) im Bereich Ionenbestrahlung und Materialcharakterisierung

Job Summary

This doctoral position focuses on cutting-edge research in fusion energy materials, specifically investigating novel additively manufactured materials, like High-Entropy Alloys (HEAs), under extreme conditions. The researcher will plan, execute, and evaluate ion irradiation experiments using iron (Fe) and helium (He) ions to emulate fusion-typical damage phenomena such as hardening and embrittlement. A key aspect of the role involves developing methodologies to transfer ion-induced damage data to neutron-induced damage predictions, accelerating material development cycles for fusion applications. Day-to-day tasks include advanced material characterization using analytical techniques like TEM/STEM and Nanoindentation, thermal aging experiments, scientific documentation, and publishing results in high-impact journals and conferences. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Material Science or a related field, possesses strong knowledge of material characterization, and is proficient with scientific software for data analysis and simulation.