PhD in Additive Manufacturing of Tungsten for Nuclear Fusion at Politecnico di Milano Politecnico di Milano in Italy

Politecnico di Milano is inviting applications for a PhD position on Additive Manufacturing of Tungsten for Nuclear Fusion, in connection with TEF - Tech Europe Foundation and industrial partners.

The project focuses on processing structural tungsten by laser-based additive manufacturing, with research at the boundary of metallurgy and laser engineering. The successful candidate will work on topics including laser processing, additive manufacturing, thermo-mechanical modelling, refractory metals, and cracking, all in the context of nuclear fusion applications.

The PhD will be carried out at the SITEC Laboratory, which offers an international scientific environment and access to state-of-the-art laser facilities. The student will also collaborate closely with international and industrial partners, gaining exposure to technologies beyond additive manufacturing.

Eligibility and fit: the post is aimed at a curious and rigorous PhD applicant with strong interest in materials processing and fusion-related engineering. The broader Politecnico di Milano call includes doctoral positions with scholarship for specific research topics.

Deadline: 1 July 2026. Expected start: September 2026 (call text indicates 11 September 2026).

How to apply: register for Politecnico di Milano online services, then submit the application electronically via the Online Services portal before the deadline. Review the specific call page for the required documents and application steps.