PhD: Hydrogen-Resistant Superalloys for Green Jet Propulsion

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full funding for 3.5 years

Rolls-Royce top‑up £5,500 per year

Job summary

University of Cambridge’s Structural Materials Group invites applications for a PhD studentship on alloy development for hydrogen-fuelled aircraft propulsion. The project investigates hydrogen embrittlement in nickel-based superalloys, in collaboration with Rolls-Royce plc, over 3.5 years.

Applicants should hold a UK Master’s degree (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant science, be self-motivated and capable of independent research, and communicate findings effectively.

Qualifications

• UK Master’s degree (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant science subject (Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering).
• Self-motivated and able to take ownership of research, communicate findings effectively.
• Training in computational and experimental methods will be provided; relevant previous experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Investigate hydrogen embrittlement mechanisms in nickel-based superalloys.
• Characterise materials using SEM, TEM, micro-mechanical testing and related techniques.
• Work in collaboration with Rolls-Royce plc to guide alloy design for hydrogen-powered propulsion.

Education

Master's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or Engineering

Tools

Scanning Electron Microscopy

Transmission Electron Microscopy

Digital Image Correlation

Atomic Force Microscopy

Job description

University of Cambridge’s Structural Materials Group invites applications for a PhD studentship on alloy development for hydrogen-fuelled aircraft propulsion. The project investigates hydrogen embrittlement in nickel-based superalloys, in collaboration with Rolls-Royce plc, over 3.5 years.

Applicants should hold a UK Master’s degree (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant science, be self-motivated and capable of independent research, and communicate findings effectively.