Project Associate and PhD Opportunity in Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Additive Manufacturing at SASTRA Deemed University Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy in

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA), Thanjavur, India is inviting applications for a Project Associate position in an R&D project on fibre-reinforced composite pellets and filaments for customized industrial and consumer products.

The project is centered on composites, additive manufacturing, 3D printing, polymer processing, extrusion, and material testing. The selected candidate will work in a hands-on experimental environment and contribute to the development and characterization of composite materials for practical manufacturing applications.

Eligibility: Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Production Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related discipline, with at least 55% marks. The maximum age limit is 35 years. Strongly preferred skills include polymer composites, additive manufacturing/3D printing, and material testing experience.

Funding: The position is for 18 months with a salary of ₹25,000 per month. The post also states that the selected candidate will have the opportunity to register for a PhD at SASTRA Deemed University.

How to apply: Interested candidates should email their resume to the principal investigator at [email protected]. The post does not mention a formal deadline, so applicants should apply as soon as possible.