Graduate Students

Students interested in a position in Spring/Fall 2025 are encouraged to apply. Background in one or more of the areas is preferred.

Position 1: Processing and characterization of functional materials

  1. Polymer and nanoparticle synthesis for advanced manufacturing methods or functional behavior
  2. Characterization of mechanical, electrical, morphology, and rheological properties
  3. Instrumentation and control of thermal, electrical, dielectric, and pneumatic actuators

Position 2: Mechanics and manufacturing of architected devices

  1. Computational solid mechanics, structural dynamics and multistability, adhesion, and fracture mechanics
  2. Physics-driven design, finite element analysis (FEA), and FEA programs
  3. Basics of generative design (with related software) and mechatronics (microcontrollers)

General qualifications: The common qualifications required for both positions include:

  1. BS in Mechanical, Materials, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering
  2. Meet the requirements for graduate admission stated in the ME Department link
  3. Excellent programing skills and knowledge of machine learning platforms

Application process:

The positions can start from Spring 2025 semester. Interested candidates are encouraged to email the PI at athaque@ua.edu for a specific position with the subject line “PhD Position # – Name”. Please combine the following documents in a single pdf file.

  1. Curriculum vitae (with GPA in the Scale of 4.0)
  2. Contact information for 3 references
  3. Undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts
  4. Statement of purpose or cover letter (optional, but preferred)

Undergraduate Students

The AIMS group is interested in involving undergraduate students for research in both of the abovementioned positions. Students can email the PI at athaque@ua.edu with the subject line “Undergraduate Position # – Name”. Please combine the following documents in a single pdf file.

  1. Resume
  2. Latest undergraduate transcript