The Center for Bio-mediated and Bio-Inspired Geotechnics at Arizona State University has multiple PhD positions with August 2024 start date. The Successful candidate will be hired as a Graduate Assistant (GA) and work on the topics of computational multiphase fluid flow in porous media, and bio-geotechnical techniques for soil liquefaction mitigation.
A successful candidate should have a strong background in computational fluid mechanics in porous media, computational geomechanics, as well as non-destructive experimental characterization of soils (seismic wave measurements using bender elements, and sensors-signals in soils). The candidate should feel comfortable implementing algorithms and processing data in at least one general-purpose programming language (Python, MATLAB, R). All students must submit GRE scores, while international students must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. The application deadline is May 7.
Interested applicants should send their CV and GRE scores to nmahabad@asu.edu as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed immediately and successful candidates will then be invited to apply formally for admission. For general information about admission, please refer to https://admission.asu.edu/graduate/apply
