PhD Student – Architected Surfaces for Lunar Regolith

Location

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Salary

Not specified

Company

Akash pawar

Job description

Role & Company / Project Overview The Materials as Machines Lab at Carleton University is hiring a fully funded PhD student to conduct research on 'Architected Surfaces for Lunar Regolith Repulsion'. This cutting-edge space engineering research project explores how architected surfaces, advanced manufacturing techniques, and functional materials can be utilized to reduce regolith adhesion and promote particle removal. Key Responsibilities & Research Duties • Conduct hands-on experimental research in surface engineering and materials characterization. • Investigate regolith adhesion mechanisms and test methods to enhance particle removal. • Apply advanced manufacturing and additive manufacturing processes to develop architected surfaces. • Research electrostatics and functional materials tailored for lunar exploration environments. Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience • Educational background in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related disciplines. • Research interests or background in additive manufacturing, surface engineering, electrostatics, materials characterization, and hands-on experimental lab work. • Strong academic record and technical writing capability. • Priority consideration will be given to domestic applicants (Canadian citizens and permanent residents). Working Hours, Shifts & Location Details • Position Type: Fully funded PhD position. • Start Date: Flexible. • Location: Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Compensation & Benefits • Fully funded doctoral position. Application Instructions • Interested candidates must submit their CV, academic transcripts, a short description of research interests and relevant experience, and a sample publication or technical writing sample. • Please format the email subject line as 'PhD – Architected Surfaces for Regolith Repulsion'.