# PhD student in Dynamic of advanced composite materials for drones
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) invites applications for a
Ph.D. student in the field of dynamic behaviour of composites with natural fibre for drones
at the
## DynaMat Laboratory (LDM-SUPSI)
within the Department of environment, constructions and design (DACD), located in Mendrisio. The degree of employment is 100%, with a contract starting within the first months of 2026, on a mutually agreed date.
Key requirements
Essential
A Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline.
A strong interest in material behaviour under dynamic loading conditions (e.g. Split Hopkinson Bar).
Experience or aptitude in experimental testing, data acquisition/analysis, numerical modelling (e.g. LsDyna, Abaqus), and programming (e.g. Matlab).
Scientific curiosity, problem-solving attitude, and the ability to work both independently and in an interdisciplinary, international research environment.
Excellent English skills (spoken and written).
Preferred
Knowledge of other languages is a valuable asset; Italian is an asset for communicating within the project consortium.
Considering the Dottoranda / Dottorando in Dinamica dei materiali compositi avanzati per droni position at SUPSI / DTI in Mendrisio (Ticino) on a temporary contract?
This position requires a G Permit (annual renewal) and triggers wage-withholding by the employer SUPSI / DTI. In the Canton of Ticino the rate depends on bracket, marital status and dependants; the 2024 New Agreement adds an Italian side tax.
Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to estimate the net salary for Dottoranda / Dottorando in Dinamica dei materiali compositi avanzati per droni in financial services and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Dottoranda / Dottorando in Dinamica dei materiali compositi avanzati per droni at SUPSI / DTI earn net in Mendrisio?
For Dottoranda / Dottorando in Dinamica dei materiali compositi avanzati per droni at SUPSI / DTI the net depends on gross, Ticino withholding (2-15%), AVS/LPP and family deductions. Contract: temporary. Our simulator gives a personalised estimate.
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