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TU Delft is hiring a PhD researcher to investigate the atomistic mechanisms of hydrogen embrittlement in compositionally complex recycled steels. The role combines density functional theory, molecular dynamics, and machine-learned interatomic potentials to model hydrogen-tramp-element interactions, dislocations, grain and phase boundaries, and hydrogen diffusion and trapping. The researcher will collaborate with academic partners and Tata Steel on the CIRHY project and contribute to publications and presentations. The position offers a four-year employment period, with an expected start of 18 January 2027, and requires a relevant master’s degree, prior atomistic simulation experience, strong academic performance, and English communication skills.
