The Materials Science and Engineering Department leads interdisciplinary research in sustainable materials and manufacturing, materials for advancing human health, and advanced characterization using machine learning. Information on current MSE research openings for graduate students is shown below.
Opening for a graduate student on sustainable polymers
We are hiring one graduate student to study bi-directional influences between selected water soluble polymeric (WSP) materials and microorganisms on the outcome of the WSPs. In close collaboration with industrial partners, this research will employ various polymer and biological characterization techniques to understand the environmental impact and ultimate fate of WSPs.The knowledge will guide design and development of sustainable materials with minimal negative environmental impact.
To Apply:
Motivated students are welcome to apply. Prior research experience on microbiology and polymer characterization in aqueous environments are desirable, but not necessary. Please contact team leader Prof. Xuanhong Cheng (xuc207@lehigh.edu) with your CV and a short statement describing your research interest and motivation, past experience especially those relevant to the project, and future career goals.
Nanoceramics Thermochemistry lab is hiring!
We are hiring one graduate student to work on the fundemental understanding of nanomaterials stability. Using zirconia as a model system, the student will learn to become an experineced in the area of synthesis, characterization, and control of doped oxides. Calorimetry, in-situ Tem, XRD, FTIR, and mechnaical tests are among the techniques the student will develop in our lab.
To Apply:
Contact team leader Prof. Ricardo Castro (rhrcastro@lehigh.edu) with your CV and a short statement as to how pursuing a graduate degree in this group is supported by your past activities and ambitions and empowers you to succeed at your future career ambitions.
More details available here.