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My group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is obtaining a program that includes thermochemical experiments and modeling of advanced nuclear fuels and are looking for one or more post-doctoral fellows to work with us. We cannot pay travel from outside of the United States for an interview, and so I would discourage those currently outside of the U.S. from applying. The position would be available in late Summer or early Fall. Please contact Ted Besmann at besmanntm@ornl.gov

Dear Colleagues,

Please circulate the following ad.

Post Doctoral and/or Research associate positions in the DUKE Computational Materials Science Group (http://materials.duke.edu/ <>http://materials.duke.edu/) with Stefano Curtarolo.

Research Areas :
1) phase stability of nano-catalysts
2) alloy theory with high-throughput methods
3) materials for nuclear detection
4) quasicrystalline surface science
see relevant publications
http://materials.duke.edu/publications.html

DUKE Curtarolo`s Computational Materials Science Group is seeking for multiple post-doctoral positions in the aforementioned areas.
Appointments will be decided in the next few months and the start dates will be within summer-fall 2009. The positions are made initially for one year, and renewable upon mutual consent on a yearly basis based on research quality and productivity of the employee.

Applicants are expected to have strong background in
A) thermodynamic of materials
B) solid state theory
C) computation: skill in UNIX/C/C++ are mandatory since the associates will be contribute to the "aflow" project.

Interested candidates should send now their curriculum vitae, list of
publications (including available preprints), and the list of 2-3 possible references. Please send only PDF documents.


DUKE is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.


Sincerely,

Stefano Curtarolo

Associate Professor of Materials Science and Physics
Duke University,
Dept. Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science
144 Hudson Hall, Box 90300, Durham, NC 27708-0300, USA

phone 919-660-5506
fax 919-660-8963
email stefano@duke.edu
web http://materials.pratt.duke.edu

Full-time Teaching Positions Available
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
National Tsing Hua University
Taiwan
http://www.mse.nthu.edu.tw/app/news.php?Sn=389

1.Possible faculty positions:
Full-time posts at assistant professor level.

2.Specialties:
Optoelectronic, Nanotechnology, Biomedical, Environmental, Energy, Computing.

3.Qualification:
The candidate must have a Ph. D. degree in a material and engineering-related field and an outstanding record of accomplishments in research.

4.Required Application Documents:
a.Curriculum vitae
b.Photocopy of diploma.
c.Official university and graduate transcripts.
d.Publication list.
e.Representative publications offprint.
f.Description of teaching and research plans
g.Three referee letters, enclosed names, mail and e-mail address, phone numbers of three references.

5.Initial appointment:
Beginning on August 1, 2009.

6.Application Deadline:
February 23, 2009. (by postmark)

7.Mail to:
All application documents must be sent by registered mail to the following address:

Prof. J. Jou, Chairman
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
National Tsing Hua University
101, Kuang-Fu Rd., Hsinchu 300, Taiwan , R.O.C.




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1. Those who have not submitted complete application documents will not be taken into the processing.
2. Those who pass the initiative evaluation will be notified and be invited to attend an interview.
3. All application materials will not be returned after evaluation.

 




Alloy Modeling R&D Engineer

Carpenter Technology Corporation, a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of specialty alloys and engineered materials, is seeking a research metallurgist to use emerging computational alloy design techniques to develop new superalloys and specialty steels.
The successful candidate is expected to have a strong background in modeling, materials characterization, and metallurgy. The candidate should be familiar with alloy modeling using commercial CALPHAD based packages and techniques used for database development. The candidate will interact with R&D Engineers to develop new alloys, design experiments using standard experimental design techniques, and use advanced techniques for microstructure characterization.
 
Candidates should demonstrate:
• Advanced degree in Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent
        discipline
• Thermodynamic alloy modeling skills including understanding of
        physical metallurgy and structure-property relationships in
        superalloys and specialty steels.
• Familiarity with modeling techniques used in simulating structure
        of alloys from atomistic scale to bulk materials.
• Understanding of numerical analysis and programming using
        symbolic languages.
• Basic Knowledge of liquid metal and thermo-mechanical processing
        of specialty alloys
• Candidate must have experience working in team efforts and must
        demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills

Carpenter offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes pension, 401K and annual bonus plans. Qualified candidates will be eligible for relocation assistance.

Forward resume including salary requirements to:
CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
P.O. Box 14662
Reading, PA 19612-4662
Fax: 610-736-7355
madasczik@cartech.com
http://www.cartech.com/
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
 M/F/D/V

PhD scholarship at Risoe National Laboratory, Denmark
- Degradation mechanisms on LSCF cathodes

!!!Please apply online at:
http://www.dtu.dk/English/About_DTU/vacanc...5-85af-de8368ecfe78

PhD scholarship at the Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division
- Degradation mechanisms on LSCF cathodes

Do you want to help develop innovative and environmentally friendly energy technologies for the future?

The Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risų DTU is among the world’s research leaders in solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) – a technology for clean and efficient conversion of chemical energy (in the form of, e.g., natural gas, hydrogen, biogas, ammonia or methanol) into electricity and heat. In addition we have activities within a number of related topics in functional ceramics, including high-temperature electrolysis, oxygen and hydrogen separation membranes, electrochemical flue gas purification and magnetic refrigeration.

Strontium and iron co-doped lanthanum cobaltite (LSCF, La1-xSrxCo1-yFeyO3-δ) is a mixed oxygen ion and electron conductor. LSCF shows good conductivity and electro-catalytic activity at T < 700 oC and is recognized as a promising cathode material for low temperature SOFCs which are currently being developed by many consortia around the world. However, the LSCF cathode degrades over extended periods of time. The origin of the degradation is unclear at the moment.

Project description
The project aims to identify the chemical and the structural degradation mechanisms of the LSCF cathode under realistic environmental conditions. The focus will be the phase stability of LSCF itself and its chemical compatibility with other SOFC components. Self-consistent thermodynamic databases of the relevant systems will be built up utilizing the CALPHAD method. Theoretical thermodynamic calculations and model electrochemical experiments will then be conducted to clarify the major degradation mechanism of the LSCF cathode. This project will be done in close collaboration with Topsoe Fuel Cell A/S.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in engineering, chemistry, physics, materials science or similar
Preferably experience with one or more of the following techniques:
o Materials characterization using XRD and SEM/EDX,
o Chemical thermodynamics
o Electrochemical characterisation
o CALPHAD modeling
Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group
Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
 
We offer
We offer an exciting and challenging job in an international environment.
Good possibilities for professional and personal growth.
A family friendly organisation with flexible working hours.
 
Terms of employment
The terms of employment will be in accordance with those of the scientific staff at universities. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. The position is for a fixed duration. The place of work is Risų DTU in Roskilde.
 
Application
We must have your online application by 18 May 2009. Please open the link "apply online" and fill in the application form and attach your application and CV.
 
Further information
Please contact Head of Program Peter Vang Hendriksen +45 4677 5725, or Senior Scientist Ming Chen +45 4677 5757, for further information.
 
Additional information about Risų DTU and the Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division can be found on www.risoe.dtu.dk.