Multiple PhD positions are available at Penn State Mechanical Engineering related to one or more of the following topics: Cyber-physical control systems, Autonomous manufacturing, High-deposition rate additive manufacturing of novel materials. The successful Ph.D. applicants will be awarded a competitive scholarship covering both tuition and living expenses.

Expected Start Date: August 2024 / January 2025.

Preferred Experience: Strong background in one or more of these areas: controls, machine learning, applied mathematics, materials characterization. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with major/specialization in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, controls, or any other relevant engineering/science discipline. Master’s degree is preferred but not required. Hands-on experimental experience is a plus.

Application Process: Interested candidates should email Satadru Dey at skd5685@psu.edu with subject line “PhD Position – Penn State ME”, and attach following in one single pdf file: (1) List of courses taken in controls, machine learning, applied mathematics, manufacturing, and materials science. (2) Detailed curriculum vitae. (3) Academic transcripts (unofficial transcript is fine). (4) Copy of previous publications or writing samples (if any).