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Postdoc Positions

We have one opening for a postdoctoral researcher in scientific AI for materials discovery and development. The financial support will up to 2 years.

Required Degree:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or Civil Engineering.

Required skills:

• Multiphase and multiphysics modeling for melting and solidification

• Microstructure modeling for hard materials, e.g., ceramics and metals

• Knowledge of the data-driven modeling

• Experience in in-situ and ex-situ data for physical model calibration

• Extensive experience in conducting research on scientific AI for advanced manufacturing.

Interested candidates, please send your resume, 3 representative publications, research statements, and contact information of 3 references to Dr. Lin Cheng by email (lcheng90@umd.edu), with the subject line "Postdoctoral researcher application [Name]". Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the openings are filled.  

Ph.D. Positions

Multiple fully-funded Ph.D. positions are available in the lab of smart manufacturing and smart materials at the University of Maryland, College Park in the area of scientific AI and advanced manufacturing. Our research concentrates on the development of Scientific AI architecture and its applications for the design of smart materials, and data-driven multiscale and multiphysics modeling for AM. In the lab, you will have the opportunity to build up your own AM platform and develop AI model for smart manufacturing of metal and ceramic materials.

Required Qualifications:

• A B.S./M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.

• Broad Knowledge in machine learning, computational mechanics, and constitutive modeling.

• Skills in Pytorch, Tensorflow, C/C++, and MATLAB. 

• Experiences in multiscale and multiphysics modeling

• Knowledge of metal additive manufacturing, microstructure evolution, and design optimization for AM  

These positions will be filled in Spring and Fall of 2025. Interested candidates should send a cover letter with a summary of research interests and skills, transcripts, CV, publications (if applicable), names and contact information of three references to Dr. Lin Cheng by email (lcheng90@umd.edu), with the subject line “PhD Application –[Name]”. Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the openings are filled. 

Undergraduate Research Positions

Interested students are welcome to contact Prof. Cheng by email and discuss potential projects. The admission will depend on research interests and commitments.

About the University of Maryland, College Park (UMD): UMD is ranked No. 19 among public national universities and No. 46 among all national universities in the United States by the 2024 US News & World Report. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) placed UMD at No. 50 globally in 2023. The mechanical engineering program is ranked No. 14 nationwide and No. 11 among public universities. UMD is the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland and is classified as an "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity." Located near Washington, D.C., UMD offers access to numerous libraries, vibrant city life, and opportunities for partnerships with big tech companies and the federal government. Overall, UMD stands out as a leading institution that combines academic rigor, innovative research, and dynamic campus life, making it an excellent choice for you seeking a comprehensive and impactful research and educational experience.