X射线计算机断层扫描测量技术博士职位

Fully funded PhD position (DC13): Advancing X-ray Computed Tomography Metrology for Next-Generation Turbomachinery The University of Padova invites applications from highly motivated candidates for one fully funded, full-time PhD position (Doctoral Candidate, DC13), with 36 months of funding, within the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network TURBO-IMPACT. The successful applicant will enrol in a doctoral programme at the University of Padova and undertake research leading to a PhD degree, subject to the University’s formal admission requirements. The research will be carried out within the Manufacturing Technologies and Metrology research group at the Department of Management and Engineering (DTG), University of Padova, under the supervision of Prof. Simone Carmignato. The TurboImpact project, funded by Horizon Europe – MSCA-DN, tackles challenges in designing, optimizing, selecting materials, and manufacturing small-scale turbomachinery for applications in heat pumps, fuel cells, organic Rankine cycles, or gas turbines. This project develops robust system and component design methods, an integrated manufacturing platform, and multi-material joining techniques to efficiently produce small-scale turbomachinery. The goal will be achieved by establishing a network of 14 Doctoral Candidates (DC) working in synergy on complementary topics and supported by highly qualified supervisors from European universities and research-intensive European companies . Project website: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101311350 The candidate will have access to state-of-the-art facilities for X-ray computed tomography, dimensional metrology, advanced manufacturing and data analysis. Activities: The PhD candidate will work at the interface between advanced manufacturing, measurement science and sustainable energy technologies, developing industrial X-ray computed tomography (XCT) into a powerful decision-making tool for the manufacture and qualification of next-generation small-scale turbomachinery. These components feature small dimensions, complex internal geometries, tight dimensional tolerances and challenging multi-material interfaces, making reliable inspection a key enabler for their industrialisation. The research will go beyond conventional XCT inspection by translating functional and manufacturing requirements into accurate measurement strategies, identifying and correcting relevant error sources, and developing robust methods for both geometrical and dimensional metrology and internal defect analysis. The developed solutions will be applied to advanced components and manufacturing routes investigated across TURBO-IMPACT, helping to connect measurement data with process optimisation, component qualification and the project vision of digitalised, sustainable and zero-defect manufacturing. The candidate will work in close interaction with the other Doctoral Candidates and with leading academic and industrial partners, including research secondments at KU Leuven (BE), DTU (DK) and TEC Eurolab (IT).

Requirements / required education level / degree: Master Degree or equivalent

Requirements / required education level / discipline: Engineering

Requirements / skills: Competences: • Excellent master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics, or a closely related field; • Proficiency in written and spoken English and ability to communicate and present scientific work effectively; • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; • Ability to work independently and in an international, multidisciplinary team; • Experience or strong interest in X-ray CT, dimensional metrology, image and 3D data analysis or additive manufacturing is desirable; • Willingness to undertake international research secondments and collaborate with academic and industrial partners across Europe.

Requirements / specific requirements: In accordance with the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network regulations: • Applicants must comply with the MSCA Mobility Rule. At the time of recruitment, candidates must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the hiring Country for more than 12 months during the 36 months immediately preceding recruitment. • Applicants must be doctoral candidates (i.e., not already hold a doctoral degree) and be eligible under the MSCA Doctoral Network rules at the time of recruitment. • Short stays such as holidays, compulsory national service, or time spent as part of a refugee procedure are not considered.

Applicants must have a two-year master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics, or a closely related field with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Requirements / required languages / language: ENGLISH

Requirements / required languages / language level: Excellent

Additional information / benefits: Successful candidates will: • be enrolled in a PhD programme at the University of Padova and become part of an internationally recognised manufacturing technologies and metrology research group, • conduct research in a high-level international research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and supervision by internationally recognised experts, • participate in local and network-wide training activities aimed at advancing scientific knowledge and transferable skills, • attend workshops and international conferences relevant to their research topic, • undertake secondments of approximately 4–6 months at other network or associated partner institutions, • receive further doctoral training for PhD candidates in the framework of the University of Padova Doctoral School.

Salary and appointment terms Successful candidates will receive a comprehensive financial package in line with the rules for Doctoral Candidates (DCs) in a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network. Employment will be provided by the recruiting organisation and will include mobility and family allowances (where applicable), together with full social security coverage. Net salary will be approximately 3360,00 euros per month, including living allowance for Italy and mobility allowance. In addition, family allowance is available if applicable Doctoral Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, paid leave (in accordance with institutional regulations), and access to national social security schemes. The period of employment is 3 years, with a starting date between 1 February 2027 and 1 August 2027. The position is a full-time position.

Additional information / selection process: Application procedure Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 November 2026 (23:59). Apply online here: https://forms.gle/TYp1vNqkLhFNZ2z97 Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be considered. To apply, please open the “Apply now” link, complete the online application form, and upload all application materials in English as a single PDF file. The file must include: • 1. Motivation letter, in which you may state your preference for up to two other positions within the Consortium – mandatory • 2. Curriculum vitae – mandatory • 3. Full list of credits and grades for both BSc and MSc degrees, including an English translation where available – mandatory . If you have not yet completed your MSc degree, please provide the available transcript of records and indicate your expected graduation date • 4. English version of your BSc thesis, if available • 5. English version of your MSc thesis, if available. If your MSc thesis is not yet available, please provide the most recent available scientific or technical work • 6. Names and contact details of three referees who are willing to provide a reference letter • 7. Proof of English proficiency (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge certificate or equivalent), if available

You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. All interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background, are encouraged to apply. Because the universities in this consortium conduct research in critical technology, which is subject to special security and export-control rules, we may conduct open-source background checks on qualified candidates. Please note that this position is part of a consortium involving several partner universities. By submitting your application, you consent to your personal data, CV and motivation letter being shared with and accessible to the relevant members of the consortium for the purposes of the recruitment and selection process. Approval and Enrolment The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at the University of Padova. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see: https://www.unipd.it/en/dottorato Assessment Recruitment will be carried out and monitored in full accordance with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers, and the Doctoral Network mobility rules. The process will follow an open, transparent, merit-based, impartial, and equitable procedure, tailored to each individual DC position. Promising candidates will undergo a series of interviews with the PI, the Supervisory Team, and the Recruitment Committee.

Work location / nr job positions: 1

Work location / job organisation institute: University of Padova - Department of Management and Engineering (DTG)

Work location / job country: Italy

Work location / job state province: Veneto

Work location / job city: Vicenza

Work location / job postal code: 36100

Work location / job street: Stradella San Nicola, 3

Hiring contact / organisation institute: University of Padova

Hiring contact / organisation institute type: Higher Education Institute

Hiring contact / division faculty: Department of Management and Engineering - DTG

Hiring contact / country: Italy

Hiring contact / city: Vicenza

Hiring contact / postal code: 36100

Hiring contact / street: Stradella San Nicola, 3

Hiring contact / e mail: simone.carmignato@unipd.it

Hiring contact / website: https://www.unipd.it/en

Hiring contact / website: https://www.gest.unipd.it/en

Application / how to apply: website

Application / application website: https://forms.gle/TYp1vNqkLhFNZ2z97

EU funding / framework programme: Horizon Europe - MSCA

EU funding / cofund nr job position: 1

EU funding / sesam agreement number: 101311350

Research field / main research field: Engineering

Researcher profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions: PhD Positions

Contract: To be defined

Job status: Full-time

Application deadline (as exported; timezone unverified): 2026-11-30T22:59:00