PhD Positions in Computational Biomimetics: The Computational Multi-Physics Coupled Analysis Laboratory at Kyushu Institute of Technology, Japan, invites applications for funded Ph.D. positions starting in Spring/Fall 2024. The positions focus on research in computational mechanics for biomimetics and coupled multi-physics problems such as flying insects and energy harvesting.
Summary Table:
| Position Start Date | Funding | Positions Available | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring/Fall 2024 | Up to 1,000,000 Yen/year | Up to two positions | Three years |
Study Area: Computational Biomimetics
Scholarship Description:
Funded PhD Positions in Computational Biomimetics
The research aims to discover and apply principles from natural systems to create physical models, engineering systems, and technological designs. The focus is on Computational Biomimetics, utilizing computational methods for coupled multi-physics problems and MEMS facilities to explore challenges in flying insects.
Eligibility: The ideal candidate should have earned a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics/Physics, or a closely related field. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and more than 3+ years of research experience are also eligible. Experience with scientific programming in Fortran, C/C++, Matlab, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages is a plus.
Required Documents: Interested candidates should email Prof. D. Ishihara at ishihara.daisuke399@mail.kyutech.jp with the subject line “Ph.D. Application,” including a brief cover letter, resume or CV, and transcripts in a single PDF file. The online interview will be given to the selected candidate who submitted this application. The detail of funding will be determined based on this interview.
How to Apply: The interested candidate should email Prof. D. Ishihara at ishihara.daisuke399@mail.kyutech.jp with the subject line “Ph.D. Application,” including a brief cover letter, your resume or CV, and transcripts in a single PDF file. The online interview will be given to the selected candidate who submitted this application. The detail of funding will be determined based on this interview.
Last Date:
- Session 1 (Spring 2024): 30 November 2023
- Session 2 (Fall 2024): 31 December 2023
- Session 3 (Fall 2024): 31 March 2023
The review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.
For general information on campus life, visit our university web page: Kyushu Institute of Technology Campus Life. We look forward to receiving your application!
Daisuke Ishihara
Ph.D., Professor
Department of Intelligent and Control Systems
Graduate School of Computer Science and System Engineering
Kyushu Institute of Technology
680-4 Kawazu, Iizuka, Fukuoka 820-8502
Japan
Email: ishihara.daisuke399@mail.kyutech.jp
URL: http://www-solid.mse.kyutech.ac.jp/en/
