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Ph.D. Position in Cementitious Composites and Concrete MaterialsThe Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park, invites applications for two Ph.D. graduate research assistant positions in the area of civil engineering materials.
Requirements and expectations:
The positions are for full-time graduate students pursuing a Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering. Highly motivated individuals with a research background in construction materials, cementitious composites, inorganic binders, sustainable concrete, and 3D concrete printing are encouraged to apply. Candidates holding a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Material Science, or closely related areas are preferred. Priority will be given to applicants with a strong research background, hands-on laboratory experience, and a proven publication record in cement-based materials, multi-scale material characterization, and sustainable concrete design. The ideal candidates should demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research while effectively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
Support:
A full research assistantship, including tuition coverage and a competitive stipend, will be provided. Students will join a collaborative and supportive research environment and contribute to cutting-edge investigations in novel cementitious binders, cement chemistry, ultra-high-performance concrete, and additive manufacturing. The research laboratory is equipped with a variety of advanced instruments for materials synthesis and multi-scale characterization.
About the institution:
The University of Maryland, College Park, is a public land-grant research university and the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland. It ranks #44 nationally and #17 among public universities according to the latest 2025 U.S. News & World Report. In Forbes’ 2025-26 rankings of America’s Top Colleges, the University of Maryland ranks #10 among public universities. According to U.S. News & World Report, the A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland ranks #16 in the nation, and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering ranks #20. The campus of the University of Maryland is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C., fostering unique opportunities for research collaborations and industry partnerships.
To apply:
Interested applicants should email a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and transcript(s) in a single PDF file to Dr. Jianqiang Wei (jqwei@umd.edu ) with an email subject of “Ph.D. Position Application”. The positions are immediately available, and preference will be given to applicants who can start in Spring 2026 or Fall 2026. To receive full consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
