A new PhD position is available at Tribology and Surface Mechanics lab for Fall 2026 (Position #R04).
Candidates with strong mechanical engineering background on both experimental and analytical works are encouraged to apply. In particular, experience on metal alloys, coatings, surface engineering and mechanics, contact fatigue, indentation/scratch, advanced microscopy, creep, and/or finite element analysis is a plus.
Master degree, publications, and previous experience in surface mechanics is also plus, but not required.
Interested applicants are encouraged to email Dr. Ali Beheshti at abehesh [at] gmu.edu (abehesh[at]gmu[dot]edu) ASAP. Please attach your CV in your email correspondences. You must use subject line "PhD Applicant- Surface Engineering and Mechanics-R04”.