PhD Position in the field of elastomer-based sensors and actuators with piezoelectric ceramic fillers
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Explore and develop piezoelectric ceramic materials by electrospinning processEmbedding the electrospun ceramic filler into elastomeric materialsPiezoelectric characterization of the fibers and the composite materialsExplore analytic methods to demonstrate piezoelectric properties of the composite materialsDevelopment demonstrator with piezoelectric sensors and actuatorsChemical and physical polymer analysis methods to better understand the interaction between ceramic filler and elastomeric matrix materials Your profile
You have a master in chemistry, materials science, mechanical engineering, robotic or a similar field. Previous experience with one or more of the following topics is required: Synthesis of ceramic material, basics in polymer science, 3D printing of elastomer materials, programming of electronic devices (e.g. Arduino) or piezoelectric characterization. The experimental nature of the work requires a very high level of experimental skills, an analytical mindset for interpreting results, and the ability to design innovative experiments. You are a team player and your strengths include taking personal responsibility, excellence and flexibility to work and deliver results. The candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of German is beneficial, but not mandatory.
Explore and develop piezoelectric ceramic materials by electrospinning processEmbedding the electrospun ceramic filler into elastomeric materialsPiezoelectric characterization of the fibers and the composite materialsExplore analytic methods to demonstrate piezoelectric properties of the composite materialsDevelopment demonstrator with piezoelectric sensors and actuatorsChemical and physical polymer analysis methods to better understand the interaction between ceramic filler and elastomeric matrix materials Your profile
You have a master in chemistry, materials science, mechanical engineering, robotic or a similar field. Previous experience with one or more of the following topics is required: Synthesis of ceramic material, basics in polymer science, 3D printing of elastomer materials, programming of electronic devices (e.g. Arduino) or piezoelectric characterization. The experimental nature of the work requires a very high level of experimental skills, an analytical mindset for interpreting results, and the ability to design innovative experiments. You are a team player and your strengths include taking personal responsibility, excellence and flexibility to work and deliver results. The candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of German is beneficial, but not mandatory.
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