CSC funded PhD position at National University of Singapore

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Professor Tong-Earn (TE) Tay, from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at National University of Singapore, is searching for a CSC funded Ph.D. student to work on "Discrete Fracture and Damage Modelling in Thermoplastic Composites". The student will conduct his/her research work in a highly international environment, and is expected to be co-supervised by Assistant Professor Li Pei from University of Twente. The prospective candidates are expected to fulfil some (if not all) of following requirements:
1. A bachelor/master degree (or final year bachelor/master student) in Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related fields from a reputable university of China.
2. Good fundamental in mechanics (including but not limiting to solid mechanics and fracture mechanics). (mandatory)
3. Experience in using finite element method, as well as good knowledge in the FEM theory.
4. Proficient English. (mandatory as required by NUS and CSC)

Detailed information about Prof. Tay and Dr. Li Pei can be found in their homepages:
https://www.eng.nus.edu.sg/me/staff/tay-tong-earn
https://people.utwente.nl/p.li

To apply for this position, please email your CV and unofficial transcripts to Prof. Tay (mpetayte@nus.edu.sg), or Dr. Li Pei (p.li@utwente.nl).
If you have any questions regarding the details of the research topic, please directly email to Prof. Tay.