Research Fellow in Disruptive Additive Manufacturing Microstructures

University College London invites applications for a Research Fellow position within the Multiscale X-ray Imaging Lab at the Research Complex at Harwell. The successful candidate will lead the adaptation of the Blown Additive Manufacturing Process Replicator to apply non-Gaussian beam shaping and ultrasound to directed energy deposition. Working alongside synchrotron facilities, the researcher will investigate solidification microstructures and melt pool dynamics. Responsibilities include experimental campaigns, large dataset analysis, student mentoring, and scholarly publishing. This role offers an opportunity to drive cutting-edge manufacturing physics research in a collaborative environment.

• Adapt the in situ directed energy deposition rig for non-Gaussian ring beam and ultrasonic excitation in collaboration with design engineers.
• Execute laboratory and synchrotron imaging campaigns using ultra-fast X-ray facilities.
• Analyze large experimental datasets to quantify melt pool hydrodynamics, solute transport, and microstructure evolution.
• Coordinate research activities and mentor PhD students within the Multiscale X-ray Imaging Lab.
• Contribute to beamtime proposals and author peer-reviewed publications detailing project findings.