Doctoral Candidate (f/m/d) / in electron-microscopy-based micromechanics 75 % part-time

Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres; Deutschland; Vor Ort; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading scientific organization in Germany is offering a part-time position focused on characterizing microstructures and dislocation structures of advanced alloys. The role includes preparing micro-specimens using FIB techniques, analyzing deformation and fracture mechanisms, and collaborating with partners for advanced analysis. Candidates will use Python for data processing and are expected to publish their results and present at conferences. This position contributes significantly to high-temperature applications research.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in analyzing microstructures of advanced alloys.
• Proficiency in using electron microscopy techniques.
• Ability to publish and present research work.

Aufgaben

• Characterize microstructures and dislocation structures.
• Prepare micro-specimens using focused ion beam techniques.
• Analyze deformation and fracture mechanisms.

Kenntnisse

Characterization of microstructures

Experience with SEM and TEM

Micro-specimen preparation using FIB

Data analysis using Python

Knowledge of micro-mechanical tests

Jobbeschreibung

Area of research

Other

Part-Time Suitability

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

Starting date

15.12.2025

Job description

• Characterize microstructures and dislocation structure of advanced alloys for high-temperature applications using SEM and TEM
• Prepare micro-specimens (e.g., micro-pillars, micro-cantilevers) using FIB
• Analyze deformation and fracture mechanisms by correlating micro-mechanical tests with microstructural and defect analysis
• Collaborate with partners for APT analysis of elemental segregation at defects
• Process and interpret experimental data using Python-based workflows
• Publish research results and present at international conferences

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.