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Postdoc Materials Scientist (m/f/d) 4D Printing ... (No replies)

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon

4 years ago

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon 4 years ago

The Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht (HZG), in Geesthacht, near Hamburg, and in Teltow, near Berlin, conducts materials and coastal research. For further information please refer to: http://www.hzg.de

HZG is one of the 19 national institutions of the Hermann von Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres e.V. (HGF). Around 1,000 employees carry out basic research and development work in close cooperation with national and international research institutions, research-oriented clinics and economic and public institutions.

At the Institute of Biomaterial Science some 100 scientists research multi-functional, polymer-based biomaterials for applications in regenerative medicine. Their implants and active agent delivery systems provide customised properties and functions to restore impaired body functions.

Postdoc Materials Scientist (m/f/d) 4D Printing of Shape-Memory Polymers

Reference code: 50044337_2 – 2020/B 20
Commencement date: as soon as possible for 2 years
The place of employment is Teltow (near Berlin).

Fundamental and translational research at the Institute of Biomaterial Science of the Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht is focused on the development of polymer-based biomaterials and devices for healthcare and robotics. At current, we are looking to fill the position of a Postdoc Materials Scientist (m/f/d) – 4D Printing of Shape-Memory Polymers. This will be initially a temporary assignment for two years.

Your tasks

As a Postdoc Materials Scientist (m/f/d) – 4D Printing of Shape-Memory Polymers you will be responsible for

computational design and experimental conception of multifunctional shape-memory polymer-based actuator components, demonstrators and devices; creation of computational models for describing and predicting device features
application of 3D and 4D printing of polymer-based materials based on commercial and custom-made materials, composites, multilayer and multicomponent systems etc.
set-up of fabrication schemes
adaptation of printing approaches to match material properties; creation of hybrid and multicomponent devices; establishing desired device functions by single or multimaterial design; selection of materials and material combinations
comprehensive characterisation of material and device properties and functions; creating and applying test environments to proof material functions/multifunctionality under application of various stimuli
training and supervision of the technical staff

Your profile

successfully completed materials science degree with PhD, e.g. in materials sciences, polymer engineering, mechanical engineering
track record of experience in shape-memory polymers/soft actuators and additive manufacturing documented by high-level publications
hands-on skills in set-up and handling of 3D printing instruments for polymers
design of devices (including CAD models) and prediction of device features by computational models
strong organizational and communication skills
fluent business language in English or German, with a working knowledge of the other; international applicants are encouraged to continuously work on German language skills
high level of personal commitment and stress resilience
experienced handling of MS Office, CAD software and instrument software

We offer

a diversified and responsible job in an international environment
an attractive working environment where your ideas and your engagement are demanded
appropriate salary related to TV-AVH as well as the usual public sector social benefits

The promotion of equal rights is a matter of course for us. Severely disabled persons and those equaling severely disabled persons who are equally suitable for the position will be considered preferentially within the framework of legal requirements.

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