Project Description

To explore extrusion 3D printing of hard materials using MIM feedstocks, focusing on optimizing printing parameters, minimizing defects, and achieving dense, high-quality parts through debinding and sintering. Additionally, to design customized components and assess size and shape limitations across all processing stages.

Title of the Position

PhD postion on Additive manufacturing of hard materials by sinter-base 3D printing

Contact Information

Dr. Hossein Besharatloo hossein.besharatloo@upc.edu , and, AIM-NEXT: aimnext@upc.edu

Qualifications

Master degree or equivalent in Materials Science, or any related subject. English proficiency. Spanish: Good level Catalan: Basic

Expected Start Date

As soon as possible or according to agreement.

PhD Awarding Entity

UPC - Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Recruiting Institute

UPC - Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Application Process

Apply through Euraxess recruitment system and send your application (single PDF, name format: “surname_name_DC.pdf”) to aimnext@upc.edu with subject “AIM-NEXT DC APPLICATION”. Ensure the application is complete as per the instructions in the advertisement and on AIM-NEXT's website.

Location

Barcelona, Spain

Skills

Independent research ability Collaborative skills

Secondments

- Seco (Sweden) - UC3M (Spain)

Salary

Approx. €34,375 per annum (living and mobility allowance), plus family allowance as applicable and in line with EC rules for Marie Sklodowska Curie doctoral network 2022.

Supervisors

Emilio Jimenez, and Hossein Besharatloo