Tenure Track Researcher in X-ray Imaging and Dislocation Dynamics

The Materials and Surface Engineering section in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (DTU Construct) at the Technical University of Denmark are seeking candidates for 1 Researcher position in the field of “X-ray imaging and dislocation dynamics”. The researcher position is a permanent position.

We work with advanced X-ray imaging across several modalities, using both laboratory X-ray sources and synchrotron radiation. The position combines experimental method development, support for users, and independent research that exploits X-ray imaging data to advance our understanding of defect accumulation in plastically deformed metals through simulations.

You will be based in the Section for Materials and Surface Engineering in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering and will collaborate closely with other groups, in particular at DTU Physics. You will become part of two strong research environments and divide your time equally between them:

• Deformation and Failure in 4D, a Villum Foundation-funded research project that explores how microstructural evolution controls the mechanical properties of metals through a combination of synchrotron experiments, modelling and simulations. Over the past decade, we have developed a hard X-ray microscope at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF), which for the first time makes it possible to visualize how atomic-scale defects - dislocations - self-organize into patterns during plastic deformation. Our ambition is to use this unique capability to develop a new generation of materials models based on first principles and to link dislocation patterning directly to the simultaneous strengthening of metals. You will contribute to data analysis and dislocation dynamics simulations.
• The 3D Imaging Centre, 3DIM, at DTU, a competence centre for X-ray and neutron imaging. You will help strengthen the department’s capabilities in X-ray imaging and serve as a key entry point for users at DTU Construct, supporting them in the planning and execution of experiments. You will also assist other research groups and contribute to the development of imaging methodologies and sample environments in 3DIM.

Responsibilities and qualifications

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to the development and application of advanced X-ray imaging methods using both laboratory and synchrotron-based techniques.
• Support DTU researchers and external users in planning, conducting and analyzing X-ray imaging experiments.
• Develop workflows for quantitative analysis of 3D and 4D imaging data, including data from diffraction- and tomography-based methods.
• Carry out independent research on defect accumulation, dislocation structures and microstructural evolution in plastically deformed metals.
• Pursue simulation approaches, including dislocation dynamics and related modelling methods, to interpret experimental observations.
• Contribute to strengthening the research environment around 3DIM and the Deformation and Failure in 4D project through collaboration, supervision and dissemination.

As our ideal candidate, you have:

• Experience with discrete dislocation dynamics simulations.
• Experience with advanced X-ray imaging, diffraction or synchrotron-based characterization.
• Experience in building sample environments.
• Strong programming and data-analysis skills.
• Motivation to combine simulations and experiments to understand deformation and failure in metals.
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging in cross-disciplinary collaborations

Application procedure

Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 1 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time).

To view the full announcement and to apply click the 'Apply' button

Advert information