Graduate Position in Computational Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics at The Ohio State University, USA

The Materials at Extremes (MATX) research group at The Ohio State University (OSU) invites applications for a funded Graduate Research Assistantship in Computational Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics, starting Spring 2025. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research focused on computational techniques for analyzing materials under cyclic loading conditions.

Key Benefits:

  • Collaboration with leading experts in fatigue and fracture mechanics.
  • Opportunities to present research at international conferences.
  • Publication of findings in high-impact journals.
  • Development of advanced skills in computational modeling, simulation, and machine learning.

Areas of Focus:

  • Creep, Fatigue, and Fracture Mechanics.
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation.
  • Probabilistic Assessment.
  • Machine Learning Applications in Material Mechanics.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency in ANSYS FEA software, including structural and fatigue analysis modules.
  • Solid programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar languages.
  • Knowledge of computational mechanics principles and techniques.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • US Citizenship (due to the nature of the research).

Application Process:

Interested candidates should email Dr. Calvin M. Stewart (stewart.2264@osu.edu) with:

  • A CV.
  • A 1-paragraph statement explaining their motivation and research interests.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to apply officially to the Mechanical, Aerospace, or Nuclear Engineering Graduate Program at OSU.

About the PI:
Dr. Calvin M. Stewart is an Innovation Scholar, Associate Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Director of Materials at Extremes (MATX) at The Ohio State University.

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