PhD Position in Nanocomposites for thermal management
- Dübendorf, Zürich
- Unbefristet
- Vollzeit
The aim of the PhD project is to elaborate methodologies for thermal conductivity measurements of submicron- and nano-scaled metallic composites, and to apply these methodologies in the development of new-generation materials for thermal management, for example in power electronics. State-of-the-art methods for the determination of thermal conductivity will be compared, and their suitability for the determination of thermal conductivity of newly-developed fine-structured Cu-Mo composites will be evaluated. The methods involve the Laser Flash Analysis technique (LFA), Hot Disk Transient Plane Source (TPS) and opto-thermal methods. Based on the evaluation results, appropriate measurement and data analysis procedures will be elaborated and implemented to support the development of Cu-Mo composites for thermal management. Special attention will be paid to scale- and interface effects on the thermal conductivity in these composite materials. Interdisciplinary and international collaboration is expected.Your profile
- Master degree in Physics, Materials for Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or Nanoscience/Nanotechnology
- Interest in the development of measurement methods, scientific interest, and good experimental skills
- Interest and ability to work in an international, interdisciplinary team
- Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written) is mandatory, preferably knowledge of German; good communication skills
- An international PhD position with a mobility scheme (18 months employment in Switzerland and 18 months in Poland, on local financial conditions)
- A highly interdisciplinary and dynamic research environment with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment
- Attractive employment conditions of the ETH Domain during the stay at Empa and an excellent academic environment during the stay at WUT
- An international network and contacts to academic and industrial partners
- Opportunity to develop and make your own contribution in a socially and economically highly regarded field
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