
Pre-doctoral Position in Size Effect and Cohesive Laws for Composite Structures
Universitat de Girona
1 position
Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering
Research Group AMADE (Analysis and Advanced Materials for Structural Design)
Profile:Mechanics, Materials, Fracture mechanics, Composite materials
Job description:This doctoral thesis will deal with the development of a methodology to determine the shape of the cohesive law of laminated structures and to develop fast predictive methods to obtain the failure strength of common composite structures as specimens with an open hole.
Eligibility:Applicants should hold a BE degree in Materials, Aeronautics, Mechanical or Civil Engineering and a Master in a related field. Particular emphasis will be placed on scientific qualifications within the subject area.
Duration:full time for a period of 3-years (one-year extension is possible)
Salary:1000 Euros per month during the first year and 1150 Euros for the second and third year. These amounts correspond to gross salary.
Important dates:
- Deadline for applications: 12th of September 2010.
- Communication of decision to candidates: 22th of September 2010,
- Date of incorporation: 15th of October or 1st of November 2010 (incorporation may be delayed if the awarded student must obtain a visa to study in
Spain
).
The application should be written in English and should include a letter of interest, the CV and the transcript of records of your degree and master. |