Additive Manufacturing of Ceramics
This grant supports creating complex, high-heat-resistant ceramic parts using 3D printing and robotic techniques for extreme environments.
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NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025 | February 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $99,200 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; relocation assistance available; typical tenure 2-3 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research on additive manufacturing of ultra-high temperature ceramics and composites using ceramic/polymer slurry and robotic printing for extreme environments.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents with a Ph.D. earned within the last 5 years; requires contacting a Research Adviser prior to applying.
Description
This fellowship opportunity at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) supports postdoctoral researchers in developing additively manufactured (AM) ultra-high temperature ceramics (UHTCs) and UHTC matrix composites (UHTCMCs). The research focuses on ceramic/polymer slurry technologies combined with robotic printing approaches to create novel, complex ceramic structures designed for extreme environments requiring exceptional heat resistance.
The program is part of the NRC Research Associateship Programs, which provide prestigious postdoctoral and senior research awards to promising scientists and engineers. Awardees gain access to state-of-the-art facilities, mentorship, and opportunities to collaborate with leading scientists in federal laboratories.
