Postdoctoral Researcher in the Mechanics & Tribology of Triboelectric Nanogenerators (University of Glasgow, UK)

The James Watt School of Engineering is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to/make a leading contribution to a large international EPSRC funded project looking at the physics and mechanics of triboelectric nanogenerators (or TENGs).  This position will focus on the mechanics and tribology of TENGs and will involve both experimental & modelling work. Of particular interest is modelling and experimental analysis aimed at understanding, predicting and optimising the contact area and charge transfer at triboelectric interfaces. Also how rough surface interface mechanics effects electrical output. The mechanical aspects of TENG testing will also be part of the position. The exact focus (modelling/experimental) will depend on the candidate’s background. Candidates with direct experience in either experimental or computational mechanics (e.g. FEM, BEM etc.) are suitable. Also suitable are candidates who have worked directly on fabricating, testing or modelling triboelectric nanogenerators (either mechanics or electronic aspects), but this is by no means essential. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow. The candidate will work with an experienced team at the University of Glasgow including Dr Daniel Mulvihill and Prof Nikolaj Gadegaard along with several international collaborators. The candidate will be able to work in a multidisciplinary team spanning two research groups: Materials and Manufacturing Research Group (MMRG) and the Biological Interfaces Group (BIG). 

This post is full time, and funded for up to 1 year, with the possibility of being extended.

Closing date: 20th March 2024.

To apply, go to the following link and search for 'James Watt School of Engineering' in the 'Search by School/Service' section.

https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/

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