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Postdoc Research Associates

Qualifications:

  • Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.

  • Core Competencies: Strong ability to work independently and adapt to evolving project scopes in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

  • Technical Expertise:

    • Highly Preferred: Background in machine learning (ML), collaborative robotics, or computational engineering.

    • Advantageous: Experience with sustainable materials, nanomaterials assembly, stretchable electronics, electrochemical characterization, or soft robotics​

Interested? Please send your CV and cover letter to Prof. Po-Yen Chen at checp@umd.edu.

Ph.D. Openings & Financial Support

We have openings for highly motivated Ph.D. students in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering or the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Successful applicants will be offered Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA), which provide full tuition coverage and a competitive stipend.

Interested? Please send your CV and cover letter to Prof. Po-Yen Chen at checp@umd.edu.

Master’s & Undergraduate Projects (Financial Support Available)

We welcome students from all departments to join our team for research training and thesis projects. Our lab ensures that every student receives the guidance needed for a successful and educational experience.

We offer flexible arrangements, including paid research assistantships and hourly-paid options, depending on the project scope and student eligibility.

Interested? Please send your CV and cover letter to Prof. Po-Yen Chen at checp@umd.edu.

Visiting Scholars & Exchange Programs

We are always interested in hosting exchange faculty, postdocs, and graduate students for collaborative research. These short-term appointments are an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, leverage our combined expertise, and produce high-quality co-publications.

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