Two Fully Funded PhD Positions: Join the research group of Dr. Arezoo Zare at Washington State University and contribute to the development of advanced structural materials for extreme environments.
Summary Table:
| Position Title | Research Focus | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Position 1 | Experimental Characterization of Transparent Ceramics | January 8, 2024 |
| PhD Position 2 | Modeling Mechanical Performance in Brittle Solids | January 8, 2024 |
Study Area: Multiscale Mechanics of Materials
Scholarship Description:
PhD Positions in Multiscale Mechanics of Materials
Two fully funded PhD positions are available in the research group of Dr. Arezoo Zare at Washington State University. The focus of Dr. Zare’s group is to design structural materials with improved mechanical performance for extreme environments through understanding the correlations between deformation and failure mechanisms and materials microstructure across various length and time scales.
Out of the two open positions, one focuses on experimental characterization of the mechanical response and microstructure in ultra-hard transparent ceramics used in extreme thermomechanical environments, and the other one focuses on the prediction of mechanical performance in brittle solids subjected to extreme dynamic environments through modeling and data science. The students will work closely with Dr. Zare on tackling problems that have significant and lasting implications in the areas of space exploration, energy efficiency, and infrastructure/personnel safety.
The anticipated start date for both positions is January 8, 2024. For more details on the research projects, feel free to contact Dr. Zare at arezoo.zare@wsu.edu.
Eligibility:
- Background in Solid Mechanics, Materials Science, Statistics, or a closely related field. Candidates at all levels will be considered but preference will be given to those with a master’s degree and/or prior research experience.
- A strong understanding and/or experience in at least one of the followings: (i) experimental characterization of mechanical response and/or microstructure, (ii) theory and constitutive models describing mechanical response at atomistic/mesoscale/continuum levels, (iii) probabilistic assessment and inference of big data and/or machine learning.
- Coding experience in MATLAB or Python.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Required Documents: Interested applicants are encouraged to send an email with the subject, “Prospective PhD Student — Spring 2024,” to Dr. Zare at arezoo.zare@wsu.edu with the following information:
- CV
- Unofficial transcripts
- One paragraph describing relevant experiences, interests, and fit for one of the positions described above.
The positions will remain open until filled, but candidates who can start from Spring of 2024 will be given immediate consideration.
Last Date for Apply: Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Positions will be filled as suitable candidates are identified.
