PhD Position in Materials and Additive Manufacturing: This project, funded by the European Union's Horizon Europe through the Marie Sklodowska-Curie grant agreement Nº 101081465, offers multiple funded PhD positions exploring the fatigue behavior and mechanical properties of architectured materials obtained through additive manufacturing techniques, specifically focusing on NiTi alloys.Title: Fatigue Behavior of NiTi Architectured MaterialsFunded by: COFUND, Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions, ENSAM, Swinburne UniversityPhD Awarding Institutions: ENSAM & SUTLocations: Primary – Bordeaux, France; Secondary – Melbourne, AustraliaProject 1: Effect of Process Parameters on NiTi AlloysFocus: Microstructure and mechanical behaviorApplications: Transport, space, medical sectorsMethodology: Understand microstructures, manufacturing parameters, cyclic loading responseCollaboration: Australian and French labs, industrial collaborationProject 2: Combining Shape Memory Alloys and Architectured MaterialsFocus: High-performance mechanical propertiesMethodology: Understand microstructures of architectured materials, characterize lattice structuresApplications: Advanced mobility, deployable structures, medical implantsCollaboration: Australian and French labs, industrial collaborationProject 3: Superelastic Architectured MaterialsFocus: Superelastic behavior, microstructure to mechanical propertiesMethodology: Understand microstructures, characterize lattice structures, in-situ mechanical testingApplications: Advanced mobility, deployable structures, medical implantsCollaboration: Australian and French labs, industrial collaborationEmployment Benefits and ConditionsContract: 36-month full-time, extendable up to 42 monthsProbation Period: 3 monthsWeekly Hours: 35 hoursRemuneration: EUR 23,098.20 gross annual salaryBenefits: Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellow status, access to facilities, tuition fee exemption, travel allowance, holidays, sick leaveEnglish Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 or equivalentInstitutions: ENSAM and Swinburne University of TechnologySubject Area: Mechanics, Architectured Materials, Additive Manufacturing, Fatigue, Metallurgy, Microscopy & Microanalysis, Shape Memory AlloysEligibility: Applicants must hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline and meet specific language proficiency requirements. Details regarding academic prerequisites and language qualifications can be found on the ENSAM and Swinburne University websites.How to Apply: Interested candidates should visit the ENSAM and Swinburne University websites for detailed application guidelines and submission procedures.Last Date: The application deadline will be specified on the respective application portals of ENSAM and Swinburne University.Description: The project aims to investigate various aspects of NiTi alloys produced through additive manufacturing, focusing on their superelastic and shape-memory properties for applications in transport, space, and medical sectors. Three distinct research projects are available, exploring different facets of these materials, from microstructure characterization to mechanical behavior under quasi-static and cyclic loading. Successful candidates will receive a 36-month full-time work contract, with the option for extension, and benefits in line with the Marie Sklodowska-Curie program.This opportunity provides access to state-of-the-art facilities, exemptions for tuition fees, travel allowances, and more. The projects involve collaboration between European and Australian institutions, offering a unique international research experience.This is an excellent chance for passionate researchers interested in the convergence of materials science, mechanics, and additive manufacturing to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in architectured materials.#J-18808-Ljbffr