About the Group

The Zhu’s group (https://qzhu2017.github.io) at UNC Charlotte are looking for multiple (2-4) PhD students and postdocs in computational materials science with the possible start dates in Spring/Fall 2024.  The prospective students must be enrolled by UNC-Charlotte’s PhD program in Mechanical Engineering (see https://mees.charlotte.edu/graduate-programs/graduate-admission for more information about the position and how to apply).

Overview: 

The prospective Ph.D. students will work on the computational modeling of materials to support ongoing projects at Zhu’s group (https://qzhu2017.github.io). 

Job Description: 

At UNC Charlotte, the students are expected to support multiple ongoing projects at Zhu’s group, including: 

1. New organic materials discovery via atomistic modeling and machine learning
2. High throughput screening of inorganic electrides and batteries
3. Novel computational code/methodology development in crystal structure prediction and materials screening
4. Materials informatics tool development and application

Towards the completion of a PhD degree, the students are expected to develop solid skills and expertise in both programming and materials science/mechanical engineering applications. 

How to apply: 

In the first instance, informal enquiries (accompanied with a CV and transcript) should be directed to Prof. Qiang Zhu, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, USA.

Email: [email protected] (Please put “Prospective PhD Student/Postdoc” in the email title.