PhD Candidate in Structural Integrity and Life Assessment of Materials for Hydrogen Applications
Conduct research on the structural integrity and failure mechanisms of metallic materials for hydrogen energy applications.
Best for:Best for mechanical engineering or materials science graduates with experience in experimental testing and computational modeling.
Overview
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at NTNU is seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join the FME HYDROGENi center. The research focuses on the structural integrity and service life prediction of metallic materials essential for the transition to a sustainable hydrogen economy. The successful applicant will develop predictive frameworks using experimental and simulation approaches in a multidisciplinary team. This position is a three-year fixed-term appointment aimed at completing a doctoral degree. Candidates will work closely with industrial partners and fellow researchers to address technical gaps in hydrogen energy infrastructure.
What you'll do
- Complete the doctoral education programme and defend a PhD thesis.
- Conduct high-quality research on material integrity for hydrogen applications.
- Develop predictive frameworks for material service life using experimental and simulation methods.
- Collaborate with supervisors, colleagues, and industrial partners within the research area.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in materials science, mechanical engineering, or equivalent.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: Excellent oral and written English proficiency.
Instruction: English
- Relevant Master's degree including a major independent project of at least 30 ECTS.
- Strong academic record with an average grade of B or better on the NTNU scale.
- Practical experience in mechanical testing.
- Proficiency in programming with Python or Matlab.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Must meet admission requirements for the faculty's Doctoral Programme.
- Must be able to be physically present at the institution on a daily basis.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15
Applications must be submitted electronically via the Jobbnorge portal. Ensure all required documents, including transcripts, CV, and a motivation letter, are provided in English by the deadline.
- CV
- Bachelor's and Master's transcripts and diplomas
- Master's thesis
- Motivation letter
- List of publications
- Contact information for three referees
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