Deakin-Bayreuth Cotutelle – Multi-mechanical manufactured lattice structures

This is a doctoral cotutelle project between Deakin University (Australia) and the University of Bayreuth (Germany).

The successful PhD Student will be awarded a scholarship from Deakin University with the supervision team being drawn from Deakin University and University of Bayreuth. The PhD Student will graduate with two testamurs, one from Deakin University and one from University of Bayreuth, each of which recognises that the program was carried out as part of a jointly supervised doctoral program. The program is for a duration of 4 years and scheduled to commence in February 2025.

The PhD Student is anticipated to spend at least 12 months of the total period of the program at University of Bayreuth, with the remainder of the program based at Deakin University.

The selected candidate will work on designing and evaluating 3D-printed lattice structures. By examining the properties of various unique cell geometries, including triply periodic minimal surfaces, complex strut-based lattices, and 2.5D structures, the internship project seeks to develop alternatives to traditional structural systems that offer improved performance and weight efficiency. The research encompasses advanced additive manufacturing processes, material analysis at both micro and macro scales, and computational engineering of material and structural models.

Applications close 5pm, 16 December 2024.

Please be aware that screening for this advert will commence immediately and the scholarship may be awarded prior to the closing date.

This scholarship is supported by Deakin University, is available over 3 years and includes:

• Stipend of $33,500 per annum tax exempt (2025 rate)
• International students only:  Single Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa.
• Full Tuition Fee Waiver for up to 4 years
• Funding to support travel of PhD Student between Deakin University and University of Bayreuth
• Opportunities for casual tutoring, if possible and in the candidate’s best interest

To be eligible you must:

• be either a domestic or international candidate. Domestic includes candidates with Australian Citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship.
• meet the PhD entry requirements of both Deakin University and University of Bayreuth, including English language proficiency requirements
• be enrolling full-time
• be able to physically locate to both University of Bayreuth (Germany) and Deakin University (Australia)

Please refer to the research degree entry pathways page and University of Bayreuth's research entry criteria page for further information.