Position Opening: Fully Funded PhD student

We are seeking a highly motivated graduate student for a research position focused on developing marine energy systems. Below are the details of the opening. Those who have an interest in the position, please feel free to contact Dr. Zou (shangyan@mtu.edu).

Position Details:

• Title: Graduate Research Assistant
• Expected Starting Time: 9/1/2025
• Number of Openings: One (1)
• Department: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
• Research Area: Wave Energy, Underwater vehicle, Hydrodynamics modeling, Control, Hardware Fabrication

Qualifications:

1. Enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program in a relevant field.
2. Strong programming skills in Matlab and ANSYS, or similar languages preferred.
3. Strong Hands-on experience including mechanical fabrication, real-time control using Arduino, smart materials.
4. Excellent communication skills.

Contact Information: Dr. Shangyan Zou, shangyan@mtu.edu