PhD Position Opportunity (Fall 2024): This joint Ph.D. position offers a unique opportunity for a highly motivated candidate to engage in a multi-disciplinary project within the research group of Prof. Naim Ahmed. The project is focused on addressing significant research challenges in integrated photonics, encompassing areas such as optical communication, hardware security, high-speed computing, and sensing applications. As a scholar in this program, you will be responsible for various aspects, including design, analytic modeling, simulation, fabrication, integration, and characterization. We invite passionate individuals who are eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology and photonics fields, shaping the future of innovation.
Summary Table:
| Position Type | Ph.D. Position |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Fall 2024 |
| Research Group | Prof. Naim Ahmed’s Group |
| Study Area | Integrated Photonics |
| Scholarship Description | Multi-disciplinary research in photonics |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field |
| Required Documents | CV, test scores, reference, motivation, transcript |
| How to Apply | Email CV and documents to nahmed4@sdsu.edu |
| Last Date | Complete university admission guidelines: Link |
Study Area: Integrated Photonics
Scholarship Description:
This scholarship opportunity provides a collaborative environment within Prof. Naim Ahmed’s research group. The project’s focus is to tackle critical research challenges in the field of integrated photonics, spanning a wide spectrum of applications, including optical communication, hardware security, high-speed computing, and sensing. As a scholarship recipient, your daily responsibilities will encompass diverse aspects of the research process, including design, analytic modeling, simulation, fabrication, integration, and characterization. This program is designed for individuals who are enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact in these cutting-edge fields and shaping the future of technology and photonics.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Satisfy the admission requirements for the Ph.D. program.
- Possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field, such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, optics, photonics, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrate a keen interest in integrated photonics, RF engineering, machine learning, hardware security, and relevant experience.
- Prior research experience in electrical engineering, machine learning, photonics, optics, or a related field is highly valued. This can include research projects, internships, publications, or conference presentations that showcase your research experience.
- Exhibit a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, self-motivation, effective communication, adaptability, collaboration, time management, and organizational skills.
- Possess excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.
- Be highly motivated and capable of planning and conducting research accurately.
- Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Required Documents:
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Test scores
- Reference
- Statement of motivation
- Transcript
How to Apply:
Motivated and hardworking students who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply by emailing their application materials to nahmed4@sdsu.edu. Please ensure that your application includes a CV, test scores, a reference, a statement of motivation, and your transcript.
Last Date: Until position filled
Complete the university admission guidelines by following this link to ensure your application is submitted in a timely manner for the Fall 2024 term.
