PhD Student in Materials Science

About the role

The Paul Scherrer Institute seeks a PhD student to investigate the texture of additively manufactured lightweight alloys using wavelength‑resolved neutron imaging and relate it to mechanical properties.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and apply a texture tomography inverse problem to reconstruct crystallographic texture of AM components.
• Conduct neutron imaging and diffraction experiments on AM specimens and validate results with electron microscopy and mechanical testing.
• Publish findings in scientific journals and present at international conferences.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in materials science, materials physics, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics or a related field.
• Highly motivated, strong communication skills and excellent command of English.

Required skills

• Programming skills, preferably Python.
• Interest in numerical methods, data analysis or inverse problems.

What we offer

• Systematic on‑the‑job training and personal development opportunities within an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Support for work‑life balance through modern employment conditions and on‑site infrastructure.