Opportunities

Following are a list of open positions available at the Department of Materials Engineering.

Group of Diffusion-Microstructure-Properties

seeking a project associate (35000/per month) to work on the bond coat oxidation for Jet engine applications.

Interested candidates with metallurgy, materials, and physics backgrounds should send their CVs to Prof. Aloke Paul (aloke@iisc.ac.in).

Advanced Manufacturing & Materials Processing Group

(https://lnkd.in/g4cBqJde) (https://lnkd.in/gfhi98yJ) ( https://materials.iisc.ac.in/faculty/prosenjit ) in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru is looking for a Post Doc for Industry Sponsored Project.

Qualification: Ph.D. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/ Production Engg./ Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Thermal / Aeronautical Engineering/ Physics/Materials/Metallurgy with a good academic record.

Remuneration: Remuneration can vary between Rs. 31,000/- per month to Rs. 55,000 + HRA based on academic record and experience of scholars (According to IISc norms)

Duration: 1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Desirable skills: Experience in working with Computational Fluid Dynamics based Multi-Phase Flow simulation/ Finite Element modelling/ CAD and Solid modelling / Casting & Solidification/Additive Manufacturing/Metal Foam development/Injection Moulding/ Powder Metallurgy/ Bio-ceramics/ Material Characterisation/ Atomistic modelling/ Crystal Plasticity modelling/ Computer languages such as “C” or “Fortran”

Advanced Manufacturing & Materials Processing Group (https://lnkd.in/g4cBqJde / https://materials.iisc.ac.in/faculty/prosenjit ) in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru is looking for a Project Associates to work on below mentioned project

  1. CFD and Phase Field modelling of Additive Manufacturing Processes of Ni based supperalloy (No. of positions: 1)

Project Associate-I:

Qualification: M.E./M.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/ Production Engg./ Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Thermal / Aeronautical Engineering or Ph.D. in Physics/Materials/Metallurgy with a good academic record Remuneration: Rs. 31,000/- per month for scholars who are selected through GATE/CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) else Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA (According to IISc norms)

Age limit: 35 yrs.

Duration: 1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Desirable skills: Experience in working with Computational Fluid Dynamics based Multi-Phase Flow simulation/ Finite Element modelling/ CAD and Solid modelling / Casting & Solidification/Additive Manufacturing/Injection Moulding/ Powder Metallurgy/ Bio-ceramics/ Material Characterisation/ Atomistic modelling/ Computer languages such as “C” or “Fortran”/Mechanical Metallurgy/Mechanical testing/Ability to conduct experiments and analyse data (microstructure analysis, mechanical testing’s such as monotonic tensile testing, nano-indentation etc.)/ Ability to learn and operate SEM, EBSD, FIB, and TEM.

Advanced Manufacturing & Materials Processing Group (https://lnkd.in/g4cBqJde) (https://lnkd.in/gfhi98yJ)

in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru is looking for a Post Doc to work on several ongoing/approved projects

Qualification:

Ph.D. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/ Production Engg./ Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Thermal / Aeronautical Engineering/ Physics/Materials/Metallurgy with a good academic record.

Remuneration:

Remuneration can vary between Rs. 31,000/- per month to Rs. 55,000 + HRA based on academic record and experience of scholars (According to IISc norms)

Duration:

1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Desirable skills:

Experience in working with Computational Fluid Dynamics based Multi-Phase Flow simulation/ Finite Element modelling/ CAD and Solid modelling / Casting & Solidification/Additive Manufacturing/Metal Foam development/Injection Moulding/ Powder Metallurgy/ Bio-ceramics/ Material Characterisation/ Atomistic modelling/ Crystal Plasticity modelling/ Computer languages such as “C” or “Fortran”/Mechanical Metallurgy/Mechanical testing/Ability to conduct experiments and analyse data (microstructure analysis, mechanical testing’s such as monotonic tensile testing, nano-indentation etc.)/ Ability to learn and operate SEM, EBSD, FIB, and TEM.

Description:
This work involves the growth of multilayer oxide and metallic thin films, device fabrications, and measurements. Pulsed laser deposition and ultra-high vacuum sputtering systems will be utilized to grow the oxide and metallic thin films. The macroscopic structural, magnetic, and transport properties of the grown films will be evaluated. Subsequently, the electronic devices will be fabricated by using conventional photolithography techniques. The detailed device measurement will be conducted in a cryogen-free closed-cycle Cryostat system.

Applicant’s profile:
• Candidate holding a Ph.D. degree in Experimental Physics/Materials Science/Solid State Electronic Devices or a closely related discipline, having a strong interest in thin-film growth, device fabrication, and characterization.
• Experience of working in thin films deposition (PLD or Sputtering), photolithography, VSM or SQUID, and transport measurement systems is preferable.
• Sound knowledge of solid-state physics, electronic devices, and magnetism is required.
• Excellent paper writing skills and the ability to guide new Ph.D. students in lab work are expected.

Emoluments: As per the institute rules

Duration: 2 years commencing immediately

How to apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications as a single PDF file furnishing the bio-data with publications list, copies of certificates in support of qualification and experience along with contact details of at least two academic referees to bpjoshi@iisc.ac.in before February 28, 2023.

For further information about the position please contact
Dr. Bhagwati Prasad (bpjoshi@iisc.ac.in), Materials Engineering Department, IISc Bangalore.

PSPM group, Materials Engineering, IISc

Our group invites applications for a post-doctoral position to work on fatigue and creep of titanium alloys for a minimum of 6 months and extendable to 2 years. The candidate must have experience in testing for mechanical behaviour, hands-on experience with SEM/EBSD and interpretation of EBSD data. Experience with transmission electron microscopy and digital image correlation is desirable. Candidates may also apply immediately after submitting their thesis.
Prof. Dipankar Banerjee
C207, Materials Engineering
Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore 560012
dbanerjee@iisc.ac.in

Extreme Environment Materials Group (https://sites.google.com/view/ankurskchauhan) in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru, is looking for a Project Associate to work on a project titled “Creep in novel alloys”.

Position: Project Associate

Duration: 1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Qualifications: M.E./M. Tech or PhD in Materials Engineering or Metallurgy or related branches with an excellent academic record

Pay scale: According to IISc norms

Major skills required: Strong background in microstructure and residual stress analysis Should be able to conduct experiments and analyse data (mechanical testing including nano-indentation, tensile and creep testing) Should be able to learn and operate XRD, SEM and EBSD

Eligible candidates kindly send a maximum 2-page CV to ankurchauhan@iisc.ac.in with the subject line ‘Application for Project Associate position’ mentioning particularly the

Educational background with grades Experience related to Mechanical testing Knowledge of microstructure or residual stress analysis Experience, if any, in operating XRD, SEM, EBSD, FIB, TEM

Advanced Manufacturing & Materials Processing Group (https://materials.iisc.ac.in/faculty/prosenjit) in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru is looking for a no. of Project Associates to work on below mentioned projects

  1. Design, analysis and development of Rheo gravity die cast Al-15Mg2Si-4.5Si composite brake disc for automobile application (Funded by DST-SERB) (No. of positions: 1)

  2. Design and Development of Tooth colored Ceramic Dental Braces set by Micro-Ceramic Injection Moulding (Funded by DST-SEED) (No. of positions: 1)

  3. Design, Analysis and development of Rheo gravity die cast Al-15Mg2Si-4.5Si composite based light weight Bucket links for Mining Excavators (Funded by Ministry of Mines) (No. of positions: 2)

  4. Development of Finite Element models to simulate deformation and wear behaviour of bottom roller/pins of SME in mines (Funded by Ministry of Coal) (No. of positions: 1)

  5. Setting up of “Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Processing” laboratory at Dept. of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore (Funded by IISc) (No. of positions: 1)

Project Associate-I:

Qualification: M.E./M.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/ Production Engg./ Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Thermal / Aeronautical Engineering or Ph.D. in Physics/Materials/Metallurgy with a good academic record

Remuneration: Rs. 31,000/- per month for scholars who are selected through GATE/CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) else Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA (According to IISc norms)

Age limit: 35 yrs.

Duration: 1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Desirable skills: Experience in working with Computational Fluid Dynamics based Multi-Phase Flow simulation/ Finite Element modelling/ CAD and Solid modelling / Casting & Solidification/Additive Manufacturing/Injection Moulding/ Powder Metallurgy/ Bio-ceramics/ Material Characterisation/ Atomistic modelling/ Computer languages such as “C” or “Fortran”/Mechanical Metallurgy/Mechanical testing/Ability to conduct experiments and analyse data (microstructure analysis, mechanical testing’s such as monotonic tensile testing, nano-indentation etc.)/ Ability to learn and operate SEM, EBSD, FIB, and TEM.

Extreme Environment Materials Group (https://sites.google.com/view/ankurskchauhan) in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru is looking for a Project Associate to work on a project titled ‘Irradiation effects on materials for space applications’.

Position: Project Associate

Duration: 1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Qualifications: M.E./M. Tech or Ph.D. in Materials or Metallurgy or Nuclear Engineering or related branches with a good academic record

Pay scale: INR 35000 + HRA (According to IISc norms)

Major skills required:

Strong background in Microstructure analysis
Should be able to conduct experiments and analyse data (mechanical testing including nano-indentation and monotonic tensile testing)
Should be able to learn and operate SEM, EBSD, FIB, and TEM

Eligible candidates kindly send a maximum 2-page CV at ankurchauhan@iisc.ac.in with subject line ‘Application for Project Associate position’ mentioning particularly the

Educational background with grades
Experience related to Mechanical testing
Experience related to microstructure analysis
Experience, if any, in operating SEM, EBSD, FIB, TEM

Extreme Environment Materials Group (https://sites.google.com/view/ankurskchauhan) in the department of Materials Engineering at IISc, Bengaluru is looking for a Project Associate to work on a project titled ‘Irradiation effects on materials for space applications’.

Position: Project Associate

Duration: 1 year and subsequently renewable based on performance

Qualifications: M.E./M. Tech or Ph.D. in Materials or Metallurgy or Nuclear Engineering or related branches with a good academic record

Pay scale: According to IISc norms

Major skills required: Strong background in Microstructure analysis Should be able to conduct experiments and analyse data (mechanical testing including nano-indentation and monotonic tensile testing) Should be able to learn and operate SEM, EBSD, FIB, and TEM

Eligible candidates kindly send a maximum 2-page CV at ankurchauhan@iisc.ac.in with subject line ‘Application for Project Associate position’ mentioning particularly the

  • Educational background with grades
  • Experience related to Mechanical testing
  • Experience related to microstructure analysis
  • Experience, if any, in operating SEM, EBSD, FIB, TEM

Description:

This work involves the growth of multilayer oxide and metallic thin films, device fabrications, and measurements. Pulsed laser deposition and ultra-high vacuum sputtering systems will be utilized to grow the oxide and metallic thin films. The macroscopic structural, magnetic, and transport properties of the grown films will be evaluated. Subsequently, the electronic devices will be fabricated by using conventional photolithography techniques. The detailed device measurement will be conducted in a cryogen-free closed-cycle Cryostat system.

Applicant’s profile:

  • Candidate holding a Ph.D. degree in Experimental Physics/Materials Science/Solid State Electronic Devices or a closely related discipline, having a strong interest in thin-film growth, device fabrication, and characterization.
  • Experience of working in thin films deposition (PLD or Sputtering), photolithography, VSM or SQUID, and transport measurement systems is preferable.
  • Sound knowledge of solid-state physics, electronic devices, and magnetism is required.
  • Excellent paper writing skills and the ability to guide new Ph.D. students in lab work are expected.

Emoluments: As per the institute rules

Duration: 2 years commencing immediately

How to apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications as a single PDF file furnishing the bio-data with publications list, copies of certificates in support of qualification and experience along with contact details of at least two academic referees to bpjoshi@iisc.ac.in before April 15, 2022.

For further information about the position please contact Dr. Bhagwati Prasad (bpjoshi@iisc.ac.in), Materials Engineering Department, IISc Bangalore.

ITW India Pvt. Ltd-BiSS Division and IISc have established a Centre of Excellence at IISc to develop new instrumentation and practices in the field of advanced mechanical testing.

There are opportunities available at this centre for people with either a Masters or PhD with interest and expertise in non-contact strain measurement, high temperature testing, control systems and mechanical behaviour of materials.

Interested applicants can write to Professor Vikram Jayaram (qjayaram@iisc.ac.in) or Professor Praveen Kumar (praveenk@iisc.ac.in) for further information.

OPENING FOR A POST DOCTORAL AND PROJECT ASSISTANT POSI​TION (14 Feb 2022)

Our group in the Department of Materials Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science has an opening for

  1. A post-doctoral position for a period of 6months (which can be extended) with the following research background · Familiarity with mechanical behaviour testing with emphasis on creep · Familiarity with EBSD analysis Interested candidates should have submitted a PhD thesis /obtained a PhD degree in Metallurgy/Materials Science and Engineering

  2. A Project Assistant position for a period of 1 year. · Familiarity with mechanical behaviour testing · Familiarity with metallographic techniques with emphasis on scanning electron microscopy Interested candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree in Metallurgy/Materials Science and Engineering

Applications may be sent to dbanerjee@iisc.ac.in

Description: This work involves the growth of multilayers oxide and metallic thin films, device fabrications, and measurements. Pulsed laser deposition and ultra-high vacuum sputtering systems will be utilized to grow the oxide and metallic thin films. The macroscopic structural, magnetic, and transport properties of the grown films will be evaluated. Subsequently, the electronic devices will be fabricated by using conventional photolithography techniques. The detailed device measurement will be conducted in a cryogen-free closed-cycle Cryostat system.

Applicant’s profile:

  • Candidate holding a Ph.D. degree in Experimental Physics/Materials Science/Solid State Electronic Devices or a closely related discipline, having a strong interest in thin-film growth, device fabrication, and characterization.
  • Experience of working in thin films deposition, photolithography, VSM or SQUID, and transport measurement systems is preferable.
  • Sound knowledge of solid-state physics, electronic devices, and magnetism is required.
  • Excellent paper writing skills and the ability to guide new Ph.D. students in lab work are expected.

Emoluments: As per the institute rules.

Duration: 2 years commencing immediately.

How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications as a single PDF file furnishing the bio-data with publications list, copies of certificates in support of qualification and experience along with contact details of at least two academic referees to bpjoshi@iisc.ac.in before January 15, 2022.

For further information about the position please contact Dr. Bhagwati Prasad (bpjoshi@iisc.ac.in), Materials Engineering Department, IISc Bangalore.

Project Associate for a National supercomputing mission project titled “Repository of High performance phase-field solvers for MicrostructureSimulation (MicroSim)”

Essential Qualifications: As per the DST requirements for the Principal Project Associate position.

Desirable Qualification: M.Tech/M.Sc in any field that is involved with computational studies requiring the development of codes and post-processing tools.

Description: The work will involve the organization of phase-field solvers into a software stack that will released on Git-Hub as a OpenSource tool for phase-field modeling. The work will involve programming for high-performance computing infrastructure as part of the National supercomputing facilities.

More information will be available by writing to abhiknc@iisc.ac.in.

Emoluments: As per IISc/DST-SERB rules

Duration: 2 years commencing immediately

How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications as PDF files furnishing the bio-data, copies of certificates in support of age, qualification, experience etc., to abhiknc@iisc.ac.in before April 30, 2020.