PhD Research Studentships

Concurrent multiscale methods for composites under impact loading

Supervisor: e.barbieri@qmul.ac.uk
Apply by:1 July 2013

Description

The successful candidate will focus on coupling various length-scales mechanics (molecular dynamics-quasicontinuum-continnum) of nanoscale reinforcements of various types of a polymeric matrix, with emphasis on their fracture properties. The successful candidate will have to opportunity to work in a stimulating environment and a fast growing school, with strong research activities focused on scientific computing, fluid and solid mechanics, advanced functional materials, and bioengineering. The School includes the newly-established Materials Research Institute and Institute of Bioengineering. Collaborations with members of these institutes will be an integral part of this project, along with external collaborators based at University of Oxford and Imperial College London. The student is expected to develop computer codes in C/Fortran95 and proficiency in any of these languages is an essential requirement, along with experience in coding finite element methods. Experience in coding PDE solvers with other discretization methods (particularly meshfree) or experience in programming/using molecular dynamics and visualization software will be highly desirable. Candidates must have (or expect to have shortly) a good Master degree, preferably in Computational Mechanics, or Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related disciplines. Strong communication skills (both written and oral) and a keen interest in the project topic are essential. There are no nationality restrictions. Research Area: Functional Nanomaterials/Modelling and Simulation in Engineering Systems QMUL Research Studentship Details • Available to Home/EU/International Applicants • Full Time research degree programme only • Applicants will be required to start the degree programme in September/October 2013. • The studentship arrangement will cover tuition fees and provide an annual stipend (£15,590 in 2012/13) for up to three years. • The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good Honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) or MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline. • Students must be able to demonstrate “a capability to undertake and benefit from research training through to completion, to the standard necessary to qualify for a PhD.” • Some compulsory teaching responsibilities will be required. • International applicants should refer to the following website at http://www.qmul.ac.uk/international/index.html • If English is not your first language then you will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of 5.5 in all sections (Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking). Contact Details: For informal enquiries about this position, please contact Dr Ettore Barbieri Tel: 020 7882 7748 E-mail: e.barbieri@qmul.ac.uk Application Method: To apply for this studentship and for entry on to the Materials Science programme (Full Time, Semester 1 start) please follow the instructions detailed in section 3 of the following webpage: http://www.sems.qmul.ac.uk/research/howtoapply/ During the online application process you will be asked to provide details of any funding you are applying for, please be sure to include a reference to ‘2013 SEMS RSS EBARB’ to associate your application with this studentship opportunity. For general enquiries in regards to the application process then please email the School’s Research Administrator, Mr Jonathon Hills on j.hills@qmul.ac.uk

Eligibility

  • The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) or MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline.
  • If English is not your first language, you will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in all sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking).
  • Candidates are expected to start in (Semester ).
  • SEMS and Principal-funded studentships: this studentship arrangement covers home tuition fees and provides an annual stipend for up to three years (currently set at the 2023/24 stipend rate of £20,622 pa)
  • Note that Queen Mary Research Studentships cover home-rated tuition fees only (See: www.welfare.qmul.ac.uk/money/feestatus/ for details)
  • Overseas applicants would be required to meet the difference between home and international tuition fees

Contact

For informal enquiries about this opportunity, please contact e.barbieri@qmul.ac.uk.