PhD opportunities

High temperature damaging behavior of thermal barriers in water vapour environnement using the LASDAM methodology involving laser shock

Thesis proposal

Area of expertiseMécanique
Doctoral SchoolISMME - Ingénierie des Systèmes, Matériaux, Mécanique, Énergétique
SupervisorGUIPONT Vincent
Research unitCentre des Matériaux
KeywordsThermal barrier coatings, damage behavior, adherence, laser shock , LASAT, LASDAM
ProfileEngineer and / or Master of Science - Good level of general and scientific culture. Good level of knowledge of French (B2 level in french is required) and English. (B2 level in english is required) Good analytical, synthesis, innovation and communication skills. Qualities of adaptability and creativity. Teaching skills. Motivation for research activity. Coherent professional project.

Prerequisite (specific skills for this thesis):

Skills in metallergy and/or finite element analysis are needed for the project. Courses will be mandatory if one of the topic is not adressed by the applicant.


Applicants should supply the following :
• a detailed resume
• a copy of the identity card or passport
• a covering letter explaining the applicant’s motivation for the position
• detailed exam results
• two references : the name and contact details of at least two people who could be contacted
• to provide an appreciation of the candidate
• Your notes of M1, M2
• level of English equivalent TOEIC

to be sent to recrutement_these@mat.mines-paristech.fr
FundingContrat de recherche