PhD Scholarship in laser material interactions in thin liquid layers (NETHERLANDS)

Project description

Background. Femtosecond lasers are characterized by ultrashort duration pulses (typically 10^-13 s), which when focused, lead to extremely high instant power density. These extreme conditions induce nonlinear absorption phenomena like multi-photon absorption processes that can be a precursor for plasma formation in transparent media. In liquid films, under certain energy and focusing conditions, femtosecond laser pulses can lead to liquid transfer processes involving jet formation. The laser induced jet formation has potential to be applied for the printing of material from a liquid layer. This may open opportunities to direct print materials which cannot be printed with established ink-jet printing techniques.

Project objective. In this project we will first establish suitable experimental techniques to study the laser material interactions in thin liquid layers resolved in time. The results of a pre-study can be found in D. Tiwari et al, Applied Physics Express 3 (2010) 127101 The project aims for deeply investigating and understanding the phenomena of bubble formation and jet formation to be able to judge and propose potential applications in the field of printing of materials

suitable for flexible electronic systems. The project will be carried out in close collaboration with the Holst Research Centre located at the Eindhoven High Tech Campus. (www.holstcentre.com)

Requirements

We are looking for a candidate with an MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related disciplines with a strong and documented background and interest in experimental work. The candidate is expected to be outstanding, highly motivated, and goal-oriented, with strong analytical skills. Good communication and writing skills in English are a prerequisite.

Appointment and salary

We offer a full-time appointment for four years as a university employee in an enthusiastic, multidisciplinary team. Your gross salary will start at €2,042 per month in the first year and increase to €2,612 in the fourth year. Fringe benefits offered by the university include an end-of-year allowance, support for personal development and career planning, child care and excellent sports facilities

More information

More information about the group Micro- and Nano Scale Engineering can be found at w3.wtb.tue.nl/en/research/research_groups/energy_technology/micro_nano_scale_engineering/

For further information about the position please contact:

• Prof.dr.A.H. Dietzel, +31 40 247 5235 A.H.Dietzel@tue.nl
• Dr. Y Bellouard, + 31 40 247 3715 Y.Bellouard@tue.nl

Application

Your well-prepared and convincing application should include:

• a brief letter explaining motivating your interest in the position
• a detailed curriculum vitae
• a complete list of courses taken and grades obtained (including transcripts of academic records)
• contact details of two references
• any other relevant information

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