[US](EE)Ph.D. position at University of Houston

We are looking for committed PhD students starting Fall 2010. Our research program is multidisciplinary and the main effort is placed on innovative design and integration of Nano/Micro and Optical Technology for new scientific discoveries, as well as practical applications. Current major directions include quantitative label-free molecular sensing and microscopy, Nano/Microfluidic systems (lab on a chip), and tunable optical Nano/Micro Electromechanical systems and devices (N/MEMS). The major applications are in the biomedical/biological, traditional/alternative energy, and environmental fields.

Desired candidate: Undergraduate or master degree in physics, chemistry, or engineering; strong analytical and experimental background. Knowledge of optical physics, imaging science, or spectroscopy is a plus. Hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas is a big plus: microscopy, spectroscopy, optical imaging system, microfluidics, and MEMS.

Brief introduction about the Electrical Engineering PhD program at the University of Houston:

The EE PhD program is among the top 100 US EE programs. Areas of studies include: Nanotechnology, Semiconductor, Nano/Microfabrication, Controls, Sensor technology, Electromagnetism, Optical and photonic science and technology, Neuroscience & engineering, and Biomedical engineering. The City of Houston is the 4th largest metropolitan in the US, with many job opportunities in Energy and Biomedical fields. The cost of living is relatively low compared to most US metropolitan areas. Houston has one of the best Chinatowns and Chinese food in the country.

If you are interested, please visit the following webpage: http://www.egr.uh.edu/ece/faculty/shih/