Postdoc: Atomistic Modelling of Adhesive–Composite Interfaces

Delft University of Technology via AcademicTransfer; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to advance atomistic simulations of biobased adhesives for circular fibre-reinforced polymer composites. You will join the Computational Materials Science section and work within Team Dey on a project aimed at sustainable joining and repair.

The role requires a PhD in a closely related field and strong skills in DFT and MD simulations, with a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a closely related discipline.
• Strong expertise in atomistic simulations (DFT/MD).
• Experience with machine-learning interatomic potentials (an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Perform DFT and MD simulations to study adhesive–composite interfaces.
• Develop and validate MLIPs for efficient simulations.
• Benchmark interatomic potentials against DFT and experimental data.
• Collaborate with experimental researchers to connect molecular insights with materials performance.

Skills

DFT

MD simulations

MLIPs development

English communication

Education

PhD in Materials Science & Engineering or related

Job description

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to advance atomistic simulations of biobased adhesives for circular fibre-reinforced polymer composites. You will join the Computational Materials Science section and work within Team Dey on a project aimed at sustainable joining and repair.

The role requires a PhD in a closely related field and strong skills in DFT and MD simulations, with a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.