Institute of Mechanics and Adaptronics (IMA)
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Starting from the earliest possible date the Institute of Mechanics and Adaptronics (IMA) is looking for a
Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of
Investigation of cutting process of agricultural materials
(EG 13 TV-L, full-time)
The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of 3 years. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. degree.
One of the main research areas at IMA is the mechanical characterization of biological materials. Experimental studies cover a wide range of dimensions, from different deformation states of cells at the microscopic level to whole organs at the macroscopic level. In addition, various multi-scale or multi-field material models have been developed to describe the different mechanical phenomena or the complicated mechanisms behind them. The data-based calibration and validation of the material models aims to gain a better insight into the biological mechanisms in nature and to provide a numerical prediction of the multiphysical problems in industry.
In order to optimize the maize harvesting process with higher processing efficiency and lower energy consumption, the cutting mechanism will be investigated experimentally and numerically in this project. This project will be carried out by Prof. Markus Böl in cooperation with the Institute of Mobile Machines and Commercial Vehicles (IMN). Experimental characterization and material modeling will be the central topics of this project. For the former, different experiments will be designed to investigate the non-fracture and fracture material behavior considering the cellular structures of the maize stalk, while for the latter, numerical methods will be applied to simulate the cutting process as a function of the cutting parameters.
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We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.
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Questions and Answers
For more information, please call Prof. Markus Böl on +49 (0) 531 391-7050.
Deadline for applications is 01. June. 2024
If we have aroused your interest, please send your application with meaningful documents in PDF format by e-mail, quoting the reference number IMA2024-LandGueter to ima-bewerbung(at)tu-braunschweig.de.
from: 30.04.2024
valid until: 01.06.2024