Research scientist with experimental and computational experience in fatigue and high temperature of metals fabricated by conventional and additive manufacturing methods.
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Job Description
The successful candidate will be engaged in experimental investigations and modeling of thermal history and fatigue and high temperature damage and failure mechanisms in aluminum, titanium, and nickel-based alloys fabricated by both conventional and additive manufacturing methods. The candidate should have extensive knowledge of materials science (fatigue, thermo-mechanical fatigue, and creep, fracture mechanics and life predictions, materials processing and microstructures, dislocation mechanisms, stress analysis), experimental engineering experience (specimen preparation using CNC machining, mechanical testing, metallography and fractography – scanning and transmission electron microscopy are required), and excellent analytical and computational modeling skills (advanced knowledge of MATLAB and Ansys are required; crystal plasticity modeling is highly desirable). Responsibilities will include design of experiments for fatigue, thermo-mechanical fatigue, and creep investigations, implementation of novel testing and analysis schemes, and development of computational modeling tools. The researcher should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment, which requires regular reports and presentations to research sponsors. Written and oral communication skills are essential requirements.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
List of References
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FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.
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Entry level
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Full-time
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