IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid’s regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering by attracting talent from all over the world to work in an international and multidisciplinary environment. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly since its foundation and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 22 nationalities and has become one of the leading research centers in materials in Europe which has received the María de Maeztu seal of excellence from the Spanish government. The research activities have been focused on the areas of materials for transport, energy, and health care and the Institute has state-of-the-art facilities for processing, characterization and simulation of advanced materials. More information can be found at https://materials.imdea.org/

Description

This is a research project at the interface between nanotechnology, 3D printing and advanced methods for aerospace composite sensing. It will be carried out jointly at the research groups of Prof. C. González and Dr Juan J. Vilatela, as part of a European consortium of leading companies and academic institutions (https://domminioproject.eu/ ). The candidate will first establish a framework to rationalise the piezoresistive properties of yarns of carbon nanotubes combined with polymer matrices. He/she will also contribute to developing methods for 3D-printing of continuous fibres of CNTs, jointly with partners in Europe and an industrial supplier. A following objective is to integrate these nanostructured fibres in structural composites, and develop methods for signal processing and detection of damage and other phenomena.

Requirements

PhD in a discipline related to materials science, nanotechnology and/or mechanical engineering, and experience in preparation, characterisation and testing of composite materials.

Strong interest in experimental work is essential.

Previous experience on characterisation of nanomaterials and sensors applied to structural composites will be positively evaluated.

Command of written and spoken English is a prerequisite.

CONDITIONS

Screening of candidates will begin immediately, and promising candidates will be invited for an initial interview via Zoom, even before the closing date. The vacancy will remain published until January 31st, 2022, or until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure best consideration of their application.

The expected start date is February 1st 2022 (depending on availability).

The position includes a full-time contract with social security coverage.

Additional Information

The working language of the Institute is English. Full command of the English language is required in all positions.

IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and the promotion of a healthy work environment and work-life balance. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to our research and technical positions. See our Gender Equality Plan here.

Applications are processed upon reception. The position might be closed once the minimum publication days have passed, so we encourage early application.

Besides on-the-job technical training, IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to training the Institute’s scientists and staff in “soft” or transversal skills. See the available training here.