Postdoc in Application of Microstructural Engineering in Additive Manufacturing of Stainless Steels – DTU Construct

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Postdoc in Application of Microstructural Engineering in Additive Manufacturing of Stainless Steels – DTU Construct

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Danmarks Tekniske Universitet

Job description

Job Category: VIP BJob Description:DTU, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, the section for Manufacturing Engineering has a vacant postdoc position within the Villum Investigator project ‘Microstructural Engineering of Additive Manufactured Metals-MicroAM’.The MicroAM project aims to develop (i) a laboratory-based X-ray microscope capable of mapping local residual stresses, (ii) a multi-scale AM process-microstructure-property-performance simulation platform, and (iii) a theoretical framework for design of AM-defect tolerant microstructures. The focus of the current postdoc position will be on applying all these achievements to the microstructural engineering of two AM steels: 316L and 17-4 PH, to show the potential in improving the toughness and fatigue resistance. The work will be based primarily on experimental work but indeed it will be guided by advanced AM simulations. The latter being the responsibility of other participants of the MicroAM project.Responsibilities and qualifications
For 316L, our microstructural engineering will focus on in-situ optimization of the local distribution of grain sizes, crystallographic orientations, and stresses by the novel possibility of varying the laser beam shape and spot size while printing. For AM 17-4 PH, we will use heat treatments (in-situ as well as ex-situ) to control the aging process, with the aim of developing a tailored microstructure with layered precipitation. Your primary tasks will be:

• to print 316L and 17-4 PH stainless steel samples with optimized parameters
• to optimize the aging treatment of AM 17-4 PH stainless steel
• to perform non-destructive 3D and 4D characterizations of the microstructural evolution during straining and annealing
• to perform tensile and fatigue tests
• to link the printing parameters, the microstructural characteristics and the resulting mechanical properties

You will work in close collaboration with a group of senior scientists, technicians as well as postdocs and PhD students. Also, the work will involve collaboration with selected external partners.You must demonstrate a strong background within at least 3 of the following topics:

• Metal additive manufacturing, especially laser powder bed fusion
• Microstructural characterization, such as XRD, SEM, EBSD and TEM
• Mechanical testing, such as tensile and fatigue tests
• Numerical modelling, such as crystal plasticity finite element modelling
• Physical Metallurgy, especially on steels

Excellent English communication skills are also essential.As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.The period of employment is 2 years, starting from 1 October 2025 or according to mutual agreement.You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Dorte Juul Jensen, or Senior Researcher Tianbo Yu, .You can read more about Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at .If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at .Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 11 July 2025 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.DTU Civil and Mechanical Engineering develops and utilizes science and technical knowledge for the benefit of society and sustainable development. We undertake research, education, innovation, and scientific advice of the highest quality within building design and processes, building construction and safety, building energy and installation, solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, materials technology, manufacturing engineering, engineering design and thermal energy systems.Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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Location

Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden

Job date

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:07:11 GMT

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