Gabriel Lynch-Murphy

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This PhD position at Forschungszentrum Jülich, offered through the HITEC Graduate School, focuses on the examination and correlation of radiation damage effects in materials arising from fission and fusion energy applications. The research aims to understand how high temperature and intense radiation environments, such as those found in nuclear reactors, affect refractory materials like uranium, tungsten, and zirconium alloys. The project is a joint venture between the Institute of Nuclear Waste Management (IFN2) and the Institute of Fusion Energy (IFN1), with IFN2 as the primary lead under the supervision of Gabriel Lynch-Murphy. The successful candidate will fabricate high refractory oxide and alloy materials, perform irradiation damage experiments, and conduct post-characterization using advanced techniques such as synchrotron X-ray scattering and electron microscopy. The goal is to develop a structure-physics based description of radiation damage in both fusion and fission-based materials, linking microstructural changes across variable temperature and dose scales. The research will contribute to safer and more efficient nuclear energy systems by enhancing the understanding of material degradation and stability under reactor conditions. Applicants should have a strong background in materials science, physics, or related fields, with experience in experimental techniques relevant to the project. The position is likely funded, as is typical for HITEC Graduate School PhDs, but candidates should confirm details via the application portal. For more information or to apply, candidates should use the provided application link and may contact Gabriel Lynch-Murphy with inquiries.

Forschungszentrum Jülich is advertising a Postdoc position in the area of radiation effects and microstructural stability of nuclear fuel materials . The role is based in the Institute of Nuclear Waste Management (IFN / IFN-2) in Jülich, Germany, and is part of the Figaro project supported through the Connect-NM Euratom funding scheme. The research focuses on the fabrication and characterization of Cr-doped UO₂ ceramics and their response to ion irradiation and ballistic damage . The successful candidate will work on synthesis of high-quality nuclear fuel ceramics, radiation and mechanical testing, and microstructural/chemical analysis from macro- to nano-scale. Techniques mentioned include X-ray diffraction (XRD) , SEM , TEM , FIB , EDS , synchrotron methods, and ion-irradiation facility experiments. Eligibility highlights include a PhD in chemistry, materials science, physics, radiochemistry, or a related field , experience with ceramic or solid-state materials synthesis, and preferably work with radioactive materials such as natural uranium or actinides. The post also values a publication record in peer-reviewed journals, strong English communication and scientific writing skills, and the ability to collaborate in an international multidisciplinary team. This is a 3-year postdoctoral appointment with salary at EG 13 TVöD-Bund . The employer notes additional benefits such as vacation days, mentoring, career support, international networking, and funding support for conferences and training. The position is advertised until filled, so applicants should apply promptly. Research interests aligned with this opening include nuclear waste management , nuclear fuel materials , solid-state chemistry , ceramics , radiation damage , and microstructural stability .