New Open Positions

Constitutive modelling and Evaluation of New Alloy Materials for Next Generation Applications

Applications are invited for open positions to carry out basic research in the area of computational material science, verification and validation toward development of new alloy materials. Motivated candidates having suitable backgrounds to apply as post-doctoral fellow/ PhD/ Project Associate candidates are welcome. The problems of interest and applications are related to development of metallic alloy materials and structures for next generation aircraft engines, hypersonic vehicles and lighter and energy efficient structures operating in extreme environment. The work will typically involve atomic, nano- and micro- scale mechanics based modelling of alloy materials, understanding their structural stability and properties under variety of loading conditions including high strain rate effects, ultra-low temperature and ultra-high temperature conditions, thermo-mechanical damage and electromagnetic radiation. The proposed work may involve constitutive modelling, their implementation in finite element codes, carrying out computer simulations (for example, in commercial software like HyperMesh, MSC-Fatigue, NASGRO); or experimental characterization and testing studies, depending on the background of the candidate. For a PhD position, the candidate should plan to apply through regular admission at IISc. Interested candidates with a degree in aerospace/material/mechanical/civil engineering or applied physics can apply. At least an introductory level background in either of material modelling/testing or finite element theory/analysis would be essential. Candidates with relevant research background and a PhD in the fields of research would be considered favorably for post-doctoral fellow position. Application should be sent along with a detailed resume and a one-page statement of interest by e-mail to Prof. D. Roy Mahapatra.

Multi-scale Modelling, Simulation and Design of Polymer Compoite Materials Subjected to Impact Loading and Fracture

Applications are invited for open positions in the area of multiscale simulation of advanced composite materials and structures based on fabric composite and nano-materials. Primary focus of this research is to gain understanding of fracture and impact response of advanced composite structures. Research effort will include development of mechanics based analysis and design methods toward improving material/structural behaviour of composites using computer simulation (for example, in commercial software like LS-Dyna), controlled experiments and comprehensive characterization. Initiation of damage in composite due to fatigue, creep and environmental degradation will also be studied. Multifunctional requirements involving thermo-mechanical, electrical and electromagnetic applications of these composite in future aerospace structures will be evaluated through simulations and experiments. Interested and motivated candidates interested to work in either modelling or experiments or both should have backgrounds in mechanical/civil/aerospace/material engineering disciplines with good knowledge of basic solid mechanics and preliminary experience in modelling and simulations. Exposure to computer programming with C/C++/fortran and Matlab along with commercial finite element software or equipment design and handling experience would be advantageous. For a PhD position, the candidate should plan to apply through regular admission at IISc. Candidates with relevant research background and a PhD in the fields of research would be considered favorably for post-doctoral fellow position. Interested candidates should send their application along with resume by e-mail to Prof. D. Roy Mahapatra.

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