PhD: ML-Driven Materials for Fusion Structural Integrity

National Physical Laboratory (NPL); Teddington; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking a candidate to join a collaborative project focused on advanced materials performance and ML-driven structural integrity assessment. The role involves working across university and NPL sites in the UK to develop robust evaluation methods for fusion-relevant materials.

The ideal applicant will hold an Upper Second Class degree, preferably with a Master’s, in engineering, materials science, or a related field, and demonstrate strong analytical

Qualifications

• At least an Upper Second Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s degree.
• Disciplines include engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, physics or chemistry.

Education

Upper Second Bachelor’s degree, preferably Master’s

Job description

National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking a candidate to join a collaborative project focused on advanced materials performance and ML-driven structural integrity assessment. The role involves working across university and NPL sites in the UK to develop robust evaluation methods for fusion-relevant materials.

The ideal applicant will hold an Upper Second Class degree, preferably with a Master’s, in engineering, materials science, or a related field, and demonstrate strong analytical