Multiple PhD positions in the are of micromechanics of polycrystalline materials

We have multiple PhD positions in the area of micromechanics of polycrystalline materials, e.g., metals and alloys as well as ceramics. We are looking for self-motivated and enthusiastic students with a degree in mechanical or materials engineering. Students with following research backgrounds are strongly recommended to apply:

• Micromechanics of deformation in polycrystals. 
• Fracture mechanics.
• Solid mechanics and finite element modeling of polycrystals.
• Crystal plasticity.
• Diffraction and imaging experimental techniques.
• Neutron irradiation effects on polycrystals. 

Prospective candidates will be assessed based on how well they meet the following criteria:

• Excellent degree in their relevant discipline;
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills (iBT TOFEL score must be higher than 86, with no individual score below 20)

The following skills are desirable:

• Ability to work with finite element packages, eg, ABAQUS.
• Ability to conduct experiments using SEM, EBSD, TEM, and XRD.
• Ability to program in any of the following languages:Fortran, Matlab, or Python.
• Abilitiy to develop or work with user materials subroutines (eg UMAT).

Application Procedure

Please email your CV, TOEFL/IELTS score, and cover letter to hamid.Abdolvand@uwo.ca.

Positions are open until filled.

To apply formally, candidates should send the required documents to the graduate office. For more details please check the following two links:

UWO- MME

And

https://www.eng.uwo.ca/msdl/