Dr. Hua Yu, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Texas at Tyler, is seeking a motivated and qualified graduate student for one partially funded Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant (GTA/GRA) position (MS in Civil Engineering) starting as early as Spring or Fall 2026.
Position Overview:
The selected candidate will assist in teaching and research activities related to soil mechanics (especially unsaturated soil mechanics), cementitious and construction materials, and geotechnical laboratory testing. This position is ideal for students interested in pursuing advanced studies in geotechnical engineering with a strong focus on experimental and sustainable infrastructure research.
Responsibilities:
- Support teaching activities in undergraduate geotechnical or construction materials courses.
- Conduct laboratory experiments on soils and cement-based materials.
- Assist with ongoing research projects in unsaturated soil mechanics and sustainable construction materials.
- Prepare technical reports, analyze data, and contribute to academic publications.
- Perform general lab maintenance and equipment setup as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field (required).
- Background in soil mechanics and/or construction materials.
- Experience with laboratory testing of soils and cement-based materials is highly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated research experience and publications (if available) will be considered an asset.
- Must meet the English language proficiency requirements of UT Tyler Graduate School.
- GRE score is highly desirable, but not required.
Funding:
This is a partially funded position, providing a monthly stipend for the first year. Tuition support is not guaranteed in the first year.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should compile the following documents into a single PDF file:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts (unofficial is acceptable for initial review)
- Standardized tests (e.g., TOEFL, GRE, etc.)
Please email your application to Dr. Yu at hyu@uttyler.edu with the subject line:
GRA/GTA Application – [Your Full Name]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
