The EPIC Lab at The George Washington University, led by Assistant Professor Chuchu Chen, is recruiting PhD students for Fall 2026. The lab focuses on cutting-edge research in robotics, physical AI, embodied intelligence, sensor fusion, state estimation, and system identification. Students will have the opportunity to work on multi-sensor fusion and perception for robotics and XR, contributing to the development of advanced robotic systems and intelligent physical agents.

Applicants should have hands-on experience with robotics, strong skills in mathematics, algorithms, and programming, and a passion for creative and innovative work in robotics. The lab values curiosity, creativity, and excitement about robots, and seeks candidates who are eager to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic research environment.

Professor Chuchu Chen, who completed her PhD under Prof. Guoquan Huang at the University of Delaware, brings a fresh perspective to academic life and emphasizes the importance of focus, health, scientific rigor, bravery, communication, independence, perseverance, and kindness in research. Her personal reflections on the PhD journey highlight the challenges and rewards of academic research, and she encourages prospective students to enjoy the journey and embrace the complexity and beauty of academia.

Funding details are not explicitly provided, but PhD positions at GWU typically include tuition coverage and a stipend. Interested candidates should prepare a CV, transcript, and optional publications, and email them to [email protected] along with a statement explaining their motivation for joining the EPIC Lab. The application deadline is December 28, 2025.

For more information about Professor Chen and her research, visit her academic page at chuchuchen.net and her LinkedIn profile. The EPIC Lab offers a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment for students interested in robotics, AI, and sensor technologies.