The department seeks to recruit a doctoral research student to work on the development of constitutive models for 316 stainless steel under complex thermo-mechanical loading histories. The model will describe the inelastic deformation of the material and will take into account the growth of damage on the constitutive response. The studentship is supported by EDF and will start in January 2011, with the objective of developing models relevant to service conditions experienced in nuclear power generating plant. The project involves collaboration with groups at Bristol University, Imperial College, Open University and EDF.
No prior experience of modelling inelastic deformation and damage growth is needed. However, applicants should be able to demonstrate an interest in materials modelling. A good first degree (at least 2.1) in engineering, materials, physics or a related subject is essential. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate an ability to analyse problems in materials engineering.
The stipend will be £14200 p.a. (and will increase in subsequent years), with all fees paid.
Candidates are expected to meet the Graduate Admissions criteria available at http://www.eng.ox.ac.uk/postgrad/criteria.pdf and a full graduate application must be made at the same time as applying for this studentship. Further details about making a graduate application are available at http://www.admin.ox.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply. Queries about the project may be addressed directly to Alan.Cocks@eng.ox.ac.uk
Funding information
Funding applies to:
EU applicants (including UK)
Contacts and how to apply
Administrative contact and how to apply:
Please send a letter of application for the studentship, which should explain your interest in and relevant experience for the advertised post, together with a detailed CV to: Mr CJ Scotcher, Senior Administrator, Department of Engineering Science, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PJ.
Please quote DF10057 in all correspondence to the Department and in your graduate application.
The closing date for applications is Friday 15 October 2010
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