Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
EU MSCA doctoral (PhD) position in Materials Engineering with focus on computati
Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, Germantown, Ohio, United States
Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon
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Job description:
EU MSCA doctoral (PhD) position in Materials Engineering with focus on computational optimization of additively manufactured Mg alloys for biodegradable implant applications.
Position Details PhD position – Ad Print4Life DC12 – code no. 2025/MO 4. Commencement date: 1st March 2026. Work location: Geesthacht. Application deadline: 31.12.2025.
Host Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon, Geesthacht, Germany, with PhD degree awarded by Kiel University (CAU), Germany. Read more about Hereon https://www.hereon.de/index.php.en and Institute of Surface Science https://www.hereon.de/institutes/surface_science/index.php.en.
Collaborators
Uppsala Universitet, Sweden
Quintus Technologies AB, Västerås, Sweden
Print4Life Project This PhD position is part of the EU‑funded project Print4Life, a Marie Sklodowska‑Curie (MSCA) doctoral network led by Prof. Cecilia Persson, Uppsala University. The network has eight host institutions hiring doctoral candidates, including Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon. You will be one of 17 doctoral students across the network, and one of three doctoral candidates based at Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon.
Your Tasks 1. Develop in‑silico optimization of PBF‑LB manufactured Mg alloys, focusing on machine‑learning assisted PSPR optimization of the lean Mg‑0.1Ca alloy.
2. Identify key processing parameters (laser power, spot size, hatch distance, scanning speed, layer thickness, scan strategy and heat‑treatment) using a design‑of‑experiments strategy.
3. Build predictive models (Gaussian Process Regression) to relate process parameters to material properties, and apply Bayesian optimization to find optimal parameters.
4. Employ supervised learning techniques (random forest, ANN) and a generative pre‑trained transformer model for in‑context learning of process optimisation.
5. Validate model predictions experimentally, collecting data on microstructure, mechanical and corrosion properties.
6. Produce Mg‑0.1Ca alloy with defined microstructure, improved mechanical and corrosion properties.
Research Stays Uppsala University, Sweden, and Quintus Technologies AB, Västerås, Sweden.
Supervisors Dr. Christian Feiler; Dr. Sviatlana Lamaka; Prof. Mikhail Zheludkevich.
Your Profile Eligibility as an MSCA doctoral candidate: no doctoral degree at recruitment; not enrolled in a doctoral program; comply with mobility rule (not resident in host country >12 months in previous 36 months).
Requirements
Master’s degree and documented experience in materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials engineering, engineering physics, applied mathematics, computational materials science or related field.
Good oral and written English.
Additional Qualifications
Experience in Machine Learning & Bayesian optimisation (Python, supervised learning, multi‑objective optimisation).
Additive manufacturing of metals.
Corrosion characterization.
Mechanical testing.
Personal Qualities Ability to independently plan and carry out work, set goals, focus during high workload, strong communication skills, and academic writing ability.
Application Requirements
A short cover letter (up to 1 page) describing yourself, why you want a PhD, and why you are suitable.
CV (max 2 pages).
Certified copy of master’s degree and course grades.
Copies or drafts of master’s thesis and other documents such as publications.
Names, contact details and relationship of at least two reference contacts.
The application should be written in English.
Salary and Benefits PhD students employed through the Marie Sklodowska‑Curie Doctoral Network receive a salary in accordance with Marie Curie regulations for the fellowship period (36 months). Gross salary in Germany: 3,719.13 EUR/month (or 4,233.93 EUR/month with family allowance if eligible). Living allowance coefficient of 101.2 %; mobility and family allowances are included. Social security contributions and income tax are deducted before payment of net salary. Employment is temporary, 100 % scope.
Start Date 1st March 2026 (or as agreed upon).
Location Geesthacht (near Hamburg), Germany.
Contact Christian Feiler, +49 4152 87‑2125.
E‑EO Statement 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.
Additional Info Please submit your application indicating reference number code no. 2025/MO 4 by 31st December 2025. The new application portal will be available from 20 October 2025.
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Starting date:
Job description:
EU MSCA doctoral (PhD) position in Materials Engineering with focus on computational optimization of additively manufactured Mg alloys for biodegradable implant applications.
Position Details PhD position – Ad Print4Life DC12 – code no. 2025/MO 4. Commencement date: 1st March 2026. Work location: Geesthacht. Application deadline: 31.12.2025.
Host Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon, Geesthacht, Germany, with PhD degree awarded by Kiel University (CAU), Germany. Read more about Hereon https://www.hereon.de/index.php.en and Institute of Surface Science https://www.hereon.de/institutes/surface_science/index.php.en.
Collaborators
Uppsala Universitet, Sweden
Quintus Technologies AB, Västerås, Sweden
Print4Life Project This PhD position is part of the EU‑funded project Print4Life, a Marie Sklodowska‑Curie (MSCA) doctoral network led by Prof. Cecilia Persson, Uppsala University. The network has eight host institutions hiring doctoral candidates, including Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon. You will be one of 17 doctoral students across the network, and one of three doctoral candidates based at Helmholtz‑Zentrum Hereon.
Your Tasks 1. Develop in‑silico optimization of PBF‑LB manufactured Mg alloys, focusing on machine‑learning assisted PSPR optimization of the lean Mg‑0.1Ca alloy.
2. Identify key processing parameters (laser power, spot size, hatch distance, scanning speed, layer thickness, scan strategy and heat‑treatment) using a design‑of‑experiments strategy.
3. Build predictive models (Gaussian Process Regression) to relate process parameters to material properties, and apply Bayesian optimization to find optimal parameters.
4. Employ supervised learning techniques (random forest, ANN) and a generative pre‑trained transformer model for in‑context learning of process optimisation.
5. Validate model predictions experimentally, collecting data on microstructure, mechanical and corrosion properties.
6. Produce Mg‑0.1Ca alloy with defined microstructure, improved mechanical and corrosion properties.
Research Stays Uppsala University, Sweden, and Quintus Technologies AB, Västerås, Sweden.
Supervisors Dr. Christian Feiler; Dr. Sviatlana Lamaka; Prof. Mikhail Zheludkevich.
Your Profile Eligibility as an MSCA doctoral candidate: no doctoral degree at recruitment; not enrolled in a doctoral program; comply with mobility rule (not resident in host country >12 months in previous 36 months).
Requirements
Master’s degree and documented experience in materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials engineering, engineering physics, applied mathematics, computational materials science or related field.
Good oral and written English.
Additional Qualifications
Experience in Machine Learning & Bayesian optimisation (Python, supervised learning, multi‑objective optimisation).
Additive manufacturing of metals.
Corrosion characterization.
Mechanical testing.
Personal Qualities Ability to independently plan and carry out work, set goals, focus during high workload, strong communication skills, and academic writing ability.
Application Requirements
A short cover letter (up to 1 page) describing yourself, why you want a PhD, and why you are suitable.
CV (max 2 pages).
Certified copy of master’s degree and course grades.
Copies or drafts of master’s thesis and other documents such as publications.
Names, contact details and relationship of at least two reference contacts.
The application should be written in English.
Salary and Benefits PhD students employed through the Marie Sklodowska‑Curie Doctoral Network receive a salary in accordance with Marie Curie regulations for the fellowship period (36 months). Gross salary in Germany: 3,719.13 EUR/month (or 4,233.93 EUR/month with family allowance if eligible). Living allowance coefficient of 101.2 %; mobility and family allowances are included. Social security contributions and income tax are deducted before payment of net salary. Employment is temporary, 100 % scope.
Start Date 1st March 2026 (or as agreed upon).
Location Geesthacht (near Hamburg), Germany.
Contact Christian Feiler, +49 4152 87‑2125.
E‑EO Statement 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.
Additional Info Please submit your application indicating reference number code no. 2025/MO 4 by 31st December 2025. The new application portal will be available from 20 October 2025.
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