SHORT DESCRIPTION
IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid’s regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering by attracting talent from all over the world to work in an international and multidisciplinary environment. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly since its foundation and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 22 nationalities and has become one of the leading research centers in materials in Europe which has received the María de Maeztu seal of excellence from the Spanish government. The research activities have been focused on the areas of materials for transport, energy, and health care and the Institute has state-of-the-art facilities for processing, characterization and simulation of advanced materials.
More information can be found at our webpage.
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IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid’s regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering by attracting talent from all over the world to work in an international and multidisciplinary environment. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly since its foundation and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 22 nationalities and has become one of the leading research centers in materials in Europe which has received the María de Maeztu seal of excellence from the Spanish government. The research activities have been focused on the areas of materials for transport, energy, and health care and the Institute has state-of-the-art facilities for processing, characterization and simulation of advanced materials.
More information can be found at our webpage.
Stainless steel production is a highly resource-, energy-, and labour-intensive industry generating significant amount of post-production scrap and faces increasing pressure to align with global decarbonization objectives. In this context, the development of eco-friendly technologies for recycling stainless steel is essential to reduce primary raw material consumption, energy demand, and associated greenhouse-gas emissions, thereby strengthening the circular economy. Emerging manufacturing and processing routes enable more efficient use of recycled stainless-steel feedstock, supported by increased digitalization and improved process control. For the widespread adoption of recycled and circular stainless steels, these materials must demonstrate mechanical performance and application-relevant properties comparable to those of conventionally produced steels. This project therefore focuses on the development of novel physical simulation tools for optimizing the manufacturing process and comprehensive multiscale microstructural and mechanical characterization of recycled stainless steels to enable their further commercialization in various engineering sectors.
Candidates should hold BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science or related disciplines with excellent academic credentials and a solid commitment to developing an academic career in an international and multidisciplinary environment.
Starting date: open until filled.
Full time contract, including social security coverage.
Applications are processed upon reception. The position might be closed once ten working days have passed since publication, so we encourage early application.
The working language of the Institute is English. Full command of the English language is required in all positions.
WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IMDEA:
Stimulating environment where you can grow professionally.
IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and the promotion of a healthy work environment and work-life balance. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to our research and technical positions. See our Gender Equality Plan here and our Code of Ethics here.
Besides on-the-job technical training, IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to training the Institute’s scientists and staff in “soft” or transversal skills. See the available training here.
Meet some of our alumni to see what it is like to work with us.