Postdoctoral Researcher in Atomistic Modelling of Adhesive-Composite Interfaces

As a Postdoctoral Researcher at TU Delft, you will conduct atomistic simulations (DFT and MD) to investigate adhesive–composite interfacial interactions and thermally triggered debonding mechanisms for biobased adhesives. The role involves calculating adhesion energies, characterizing interfacial structure, and developing machine-learning interatomic potentials (MLIPs) where necessary. You will collaborate with experimental teams to link molecular insights to durable, thermally debondable adhesives, contributing to sustainable composite joining, repair, and recycling technologies.