Job Title: Research Associate in Metal Additive Manufacturing, Loughborough Application Closing Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026 We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join the Advanced Materials Processing Laboratory (AMPLab) within the Department of Materials at Loughborough University as a Research Associate. The project is funded by Aerospace Technology Institute/Innovate-UK and investigates laser metal additive manufacturing, aiming to establish process-structure-property relationships to support the development of high-performance components. Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University. Heres more about the role and what were looking for: About the role: This is an 18 month (minimum) fixed-term Research Associate position focused on metal additive manufacturing. The research aims to understand the relationships between processing parameters, microstructural evolution and material performance to deliver high-performance 3D printed components. The role will involve metal powder characterisation, alloy manufacturing, microstructural investigation,



and mechanical property evaluation of additively manufactured alloys, alongside analysis and interpretation of experimental results and dissemination of the research outcomes. Main Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate will undertake the research programme in accordance with the project objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Support the design and manufacture of experimental samples and components, including the development and optimisation of additive manufacturing processing conditions. Undertake metal powder feedstock characterisation, including particle size analysis, powder flowability and SEM. Conduct metallographic preparation of the manufactured samples. Perform microstructural characterisation using XRD, optical microscopy, SEM and EBSD. Conduct mechanical testing to evaluate the properties and performance of manufactured materials. Analyse and interpret ex

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