PhD Student Positions

Positions may be available in the areas of fluid-structure interaction, marine energy, and structural engineering materials and systems. Prospective PhD students are advised to review our research and outreach activities, publications, and presentations to explore how their interests may fit in our educational and research missions.

Desired background of applicants:

An undergraduate/graduate degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Structural, Coastal, or Hydraulic Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, or Fluid-Structure Interaction. Prior experience with laboratory tests, coding in Matlab, Python, Julia, or experience with finite element computational simulations is desired. It is understood that a student might not have experience with all the above.

Grades and scores: There are no specific requirements for being accepted into our PhD program, except for those detailed by the Department. However, experience has shown that the following metrics are helpful indicators that the applicant has a strong potential for success:

1) Quantitative GRE score > 164 (GRE score is desired by not required);

2) BS or MS cumulative grades >17.0/20 or 7.5/10 (or 75%), depending on the grade scale at the home university;

3) Research experience at BS- or MS-levels with a thesis, a conference, a journal publication, or a research project that led to a report or presentation.
4) Experience with peer-reviewed journal or conference paper writing in English.

PS. Preference is given to applicants who are holders of a GRE score. However, being a GRE holder is not a mandatory requirement.

Are you Interested? We are excited to welcome you to our SP-I Lab. Please read below:

Prepare a 2-page CV and fill out the required information on the following form. Should a position become available and should your qualifications be a good fit, the SP-I Lab will contact you to arrange an interview.