HDR Scholarship - Steel for Automotive Applications

Who it is for

• Forming and fracture performance of ultra-high strength steel for automotive applications Applications will remain open until a candidate has been appointed Supporting a PhD candidate to bring advanced experimental mechanics, microstructure science,
• and industrial steel innovation together while delivering both scientific breakthroughs and real-world impact.
• Key details Project supervisor Professor Matthias Weiss Deakin school and faculty Institute for Frontier MaterialsFaculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment Additional supervisors Dr Peng Zhang Dr Jithin Joseph Location Geelong Waurn Ponds Value and duration This scholarship is available over three years and offers:a stipend of $35,000
• per annum tax exemptFor international students, the awardee will also receive:tuition fees offset for the duration of four yearssingle Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa.
• Research aim Are you ready to unlock the micro mechanisms of fracture in ultra-high strength steels (UHSS) and shape the next generation of automotive steels?
• We are offering a fully funded PhD position to develop a new in-situ testing technology that links steel microstructure evolution directly to fracture mechanisms during metal forming.
• What you'll dodevelop and implement a novel in-situ testing procedure that links microstructural characteristics of ultra-high strength steels (UHSS) to fracture mechanisms.design and optimise dedicated specimen geometries to impose well ||| Am I eligible?
• To be eligible you must:meet Deakin's PhD entry requirementsenrol full timehold an honours degree (first class) or an equivalent standard masters degree with a substantial research componentbe an international or domestic student candidate.
• Domestic includes candidates with Australian Citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, or New Zealand Citizenship.Please refer to the research degree entry pathways page for further information.Additional requirements:We are seeking highly motivated applicants with a background in mechanical engineering, materials (metal) engineering,
• manufacturing engineering, or closely related disciplines, who have a strong interest in:experimental mechanics and deformation testingmicrostructure characterisation and material behaviourfinite Element Analysis and sub-routinestranslating fundamental materials science into industrial applicationGraduates who are enthusiastic about working at the
• interface of academia and industry, and who are keen to see their research implemented in real-world steel development programs, are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Ready to apply?
• Please email your CV and cover letter (including your interest in the project) to Dr Peng Neo Zhang.
• Your CV should highlight your skills, education, publications and relevant work experience.
• If successful, you will be invited to submit a formal application.
• Email Dr Peng Neo Zhang Research degree entry requirements Set yourself up for success.
• Each type of Deakin research degree has specific entry requirements designed to ensure that graduate researchers are well prepared for the challenges of advanced study.
• Learn more Contact us If you would like more information or have any questions about this scholarship, please contact the project supervisors.Dr Peng Neo Zhan