Ph.D. Student Researcher in CFD for Wind Engineering and Indoor Air Quality Modeling

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)

Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering

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Position Description

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Ph.D. student position, commencing in Fall 2025. The successful candidate will undertake advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to address critical issues in wind engineering and indoor air quality modeling.

Ideal candidates will possess a strong academic background in disciplines such as Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Atmospheric Science, or Environmental Engineering. Key qualifications include:

• Exceptional communication and writing skills
• Proven success in academic coursework and research
• Compliance with WPI’s Graduate School requirements (https://www.wpi.edu/admissions/graduate/how-to-apply?itemId=item-27)

A research assistantship, inclusive of a tuition waiver and a financial stipend, will be provided.

To apply:  Official applications should be completed using the online portal (https://gradapp.wpi.edu/apply/). Please also email a detailed Curriculum Vitae including GPA and TOEFL/IELTS score to Dr. Shichao Liu at sliu8@wpi.edu. GRE is recommended but not required. Please include the phrase “PhD applicant 2025” in the Subject line of the email.

To apply:   Please email a detailed Curriculum Vitae to Dr. Shichao Liu at sliu8@wpi.edu.

Special notes for international applicants: pursing a PhD at WPI requires a valid US VISA before July 2025.