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KU Leuven
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PhD Positions in Hydrogen Effects in Two-Phase Metals (Materials Science, Computational Modeling) at KU Leuven KU Leuven in Belgium
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
The positions are fully funded for four years, full-time, with a competitive monthly salary, health insurance, and social security. Additional support is provided for research, innovation, and career development in both academia and industry.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Belgium
University
KU Leuven
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About this position
KU Leuven is offering two full-time, four-year PhD positions focused on investigating hydrogen embrittlement in duplex stainless steel alloys. These alloys are valued for their high strength and corrosion resistance, but exposure to hydrogen and low temperatures can reduce their ductility, posing challenges for their use in hydrogen infrastructure and energy applications. The research will combine advanced experimental techniques—such as small-scale mechanical testing and electron microscopy—with computational multiphysics modeling using grain-scale simulations and software tools like DAMASK.
Candidates will have the opportunity to specialize in either experimental or computational aspects, working closely within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists. The project aims to integrate experimental insights with computational predictions to better understand and mitigate hydrogen-induced degradation in two-phase metals. Applicants should have a strong background in materials science, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field, and demonstrate interest or experience in relevant experimental or computational methods. Proficiency in English and a clear indication of research focus in the cover letter are required.
KU Leuven offers a competitive monthly salary, health insurance, and social security benefits, along with support for research, innovation, and career development in both academia and industry. The application deadline is 17 March 2026. Applications must be submitted via the KU Leuven online portal; direct email applications will not be considered. For further information, candidates may contact Prof. Dr. Ir. Joris Everaerts or Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Diehl.
Key research areas include hydrogen embrittlement, duplex stainless steel, advanced materials characterization, computational modeling, and energy applications. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated graduates to contribute to cutting-edge research in materials science and engineering at a leading European university.
Funding details
The positions are fully funded for four years, full-time, with a competitive monthly salary, health insurance, and social security. Additional support is provided for research, innovation, and career development in both academia and industry.
What's required
Applicants must have a Master's degree (or be graduating by summer 2026) in Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. Candidates should have an interest or experience in small-scale mechanical testing, electron microscopy, computational materials science or mechanics, and software engineering (for the modeling focus). Excellent written and spoken English is required. Applicants should indicate their preferred focus (experimental or computational) in their cover letter.
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Professors
Prof. Dr. Ir.
Belgium
Research Interests
Materials Science
Transmission Electron Microscopy
Multiphysics Simulation
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Belgium
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Solid Mechanics
Materials Science
Micromechanics
Crystal Plasticity
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