NanoBioMech LabJoin Us
The NanoBioMech Lab at the University of Cincinnati is actively recruiting highly motivated students and visiting scholars to join our team for Fall/Spring 2026. We are seeking individuals passionate about integrating solid mechanics, AI/ML, and sustainable materials to address challenges in healthcare and engineering.
Research Areas
Successful candidates will work on projects in one or more of the following areas:
1. Advanced Manufacturing and Multiscale Characterization of Nano-Bio-Structures
- Sustainable bioinks development and bioprinting/fabrication
- Multiscale mechanical testing (nanoindentation, AFM, in situ testing)
- Mechanobiology and cell-matrix interactions
2. AI/ML-Driven Materials Design
- Neural operators for metamaterial inverse design
- Physics-informed neural networks for constitutive modeling
- Novel scientific ML methods for translational healthcare (e.g., wound healing, tissue scaffold optimization, personalized implant design)
Qualifications
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Solid Mechanics, Materials Science, Bioengineering or related fields
- Strong background in one of: experimental mechanics, machine learning, cell culture, bioprinting, computational and theoretical modeling
- Programming experience (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for interdisciplinary research
What We Offer
- Competitive funding — Full stipend and tuition coverage for PhD students
- State-of-the-art facilities — Advanced mechanical testing, microscopy, and computational resources
- Collaborative environment — Work with leading collaborators across the world’s top engineering and medical programs
- Professional development — Conference travel, workshop participation, and career mentoring
- Vibrant location — Cincinnati offers affordable living, rich culture, and proximity to major research hubs
How to Apply
Please send the following materials in one combined PDF to jinhx@ucmail.uc.edu with the subject line: “PhD Application - [Your Name]”
- CV/Resume
- Brief statement of research interests (no more than 1 page)
- Transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable)
- Contact information for 1-2 references
- Representative publications or research samples (if any)
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.
The NanoBioMech Lab is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage diversity in our research team.