2 PhD Students Smart and safe lightweight structures
University of Twente Engineering Technology
Enschede, 7500 AE (Overijssel) , 38 hours per week
University of Twente
Job description
The research, placed in the 6th Framework Program of the European Commission, concerns innovative developments in the design, production and application of gypsum plasterboards in lightweight steel structures. The research focuses on the development of mixes containing anhydrite/hemi- hydrate/cement binders, admixtures, aggregates, fillers, photo-catalytic materials, fibers etc. These mixes are based on ideas recently developed by the research group. An important aspect is the particle size distribution of the mix, from several mm to the nanometre range. Based on underlying theory, European building codes, and the construction industry's needs, new types of plasterboard will be developed. The study will also include research, evaluation and application of alternative ingredients and smart components. Besides this, the successful candidate will develop new measurement and processing techniques. Unit operations such as mixing, spraying etc an integral part of the research project. Products will be developed that meet the current trends in raw
materials use, production techniques, working conditions, fire safety, aesthetics etc. One PhD will focus on the fresh mix properties and production (vacancy number 06/091), the other one the hardening process and the properties of the hardened product (vacancy number 06/092).
Requirements
Required education/skills: University Graduate
Excellent computational facilities and a well-equipped cement/concrete laboratory are available for this research project. Adjacent to this project, 4 other PhD candidates research cement hydration, sustainable building, self-compacting concrete and earth-moist concrete. Scientific institutions and the industrial sector have shown great interest in this study, which is carried out with a consortium of industrial partners. The research group maintains close contacts with construction industry and public authorities, and regularly convenes with their representatives that form our user group. Furthermore, there is frequent and intensive contact with other researchers, both domestic and abroad (mostly Europe and China).
We ask and offer:
A MSc degree, or equivalent (in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, earth sciences, physics, chemical engineering, or similar discipline) and that you have experience/interest in theoretical and experimental work. The ideal candidate will show an ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with external contacts and have excellent communication skills, particularly in written and spoken English.
We offer an interesting temporary research position in a dynamic and international environment. You will be appointed for a period of one year, with an assessment within one year. A positive assessment will secure the continuation of the appointment for another three years. The salary starts at €1.933,- gross per month increasing to €2.472,- gross per month in the fourth year.
Job type: ENG_Onderzoek/ Advies
Workfield(s) :
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers( Scientific discipline: Engineering)
Organization
University of Twente
Engineering Technology
The University of Twente is an entrepreneurial research university, located in Enschede. Distributed over 5 faculties, the UT offers 20 educational programmes ranging from applied physics and public administration to communication studies and biomedical technology.
Research takes place within the context of institutes and focuses, among other things, on nanotechnology, information and communication technology, biomedical technology, policy studies, human behaviour, and mechanics, processes and control.
More than 7,000 students and 2,700 staff members live, work and recreate at the UT, the Netherlands' only campus university.
The Faculty of Engineering Technology provides educational programmes on Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering and Civil Engineering. The faculty has approximately 60 PhD students and employs about 230 staff. The Faculty is actively involved in initiating new research schools and knowledge centres. The faculty stimulates national and international cooperation with industrial partners and other research groups.
Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 2000 - 2500
Salary: scale 10.
Maximum salary amount in Euro's a month 2472
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 4 years
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
We offer an interesting temporary research position in a dynamic and international environment. You will be appointed for a period of one year, with an assessment within one year. A positive assessment will secure the continuation of the appointment for another three years. The salary starts at €1.933,- gross per month increasing to €2.472,- gross per month in the fourth year.
Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:
Dr.ir. H.J.H. Brouwers
Telephone number: 31 53 489 4056
E-mail address: h.j.h.brouwers@ ctw.utwente. nl
Application
You can apply for this job before 22-10-2006 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:
University of Twente
CTW
postbus 217
7500 AE Enschede
E-mail: personeelszaken@ ctw.utwente. nl
When applying for this job always mention the vacancy number AT/06/091 092.
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