Topic: electron backscatter diffraction

Investigate damage-tolerant alloys for fusion-energy and space applications in central Cambridge. Characterise plastic deformation and fracture through tensile, toughness and fatigue testing, electron backscatter diffraction and transmission electron microscopy. Develop experimental equipment and work with collaborators including Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. The initial contract lasts four months; the advertised salary is £33,662–£36,320.

Study how alloy design and processing affect the microstructure and mechanical performance of refractory and other high-temperature alloys for nuclear and space applications. Work includes fabrication, scanning electron microscopy, electron backscatter diffraction and collaboration with alloy-development teams. The initial appointment can last up to 24 months; extensions depend on performance and funding.