Description
The Materials Engineering and Nanosensor (MEAN) Laboratory, led by Prof. Evan K. Wujck at the University of Maine in Orono, ME, is offering two (2) fully funded PhD research positions. These positions give an exciting opportunity for prospective chemical engineering PhD students to conduct research in the MEAN Laboratory’s areas of expertise. It offers several benefits, including stipends, tuition waivers, and access to resources in the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering and the Advanced Structures & Composites Center.
Research Area: Materials Engineering and Nanosensor (MEAN) Laboratory
MEAN Eligibility
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of >3.0/4.0 or minimum graduate GPA of >3.5/4.0.
- Proficient English Communication Skills (written and oral).
- Possession of at least one degree (bachelor’s or master’s) in a field closely related to Composites (e.g., chemical engineering, materials science or engineering, polymer science or engineering, physics, chemistry, textile engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering).
- Exposure to experimental materials or composites research.
- Individuals from underrepresented groups in STEM with experimental experience in areas such as electrohydrodynamics, polymeric nanofiber production, or inorganic 2D-2D materials synthesis.
How to Apply for MEAN
Interested candidates can apply through the official website or email applications directly to Prof. Evan K. Wujck at Evan.Wujck@composites.maine.edu, along with a single PDF containing the following application materials:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of education, professional experience, publications, and references.
- Transcripts (bachelor’s and, if applicable, master’s)
MEAN Value
- The initial contract for this PHD position is for one year and is renewable up to 5 years.
- Stipends are offered at $2600 per month (payable in 12 installments), with an increase of $1000 after passing the candidacy exam.
- Full tuition waivers for up to 9 graduate credits per semester (up to 6 in the summer, if applicable) and 100% coverage of the UMaine health insurance policy for graduate assistants are also provided.