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PhD Positions in Computational Fracture Mechanics, Architecture Materials, and Robotics Manufacturing at Princeton University Princeton University in United States

I am recruiting PhD students in computational fracture mechanics, materials by design, and robotics manufacturing at Princeton University for Fall 2026.

Princeton University

United States

Dec 30, 2025

Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
Civil Engineering
Additive Manufacturing
Computational Mechanics
Statistical Mechanics
Robotics

Description

The Moini Lab at Princeton University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, is seeking Ph.D. candidates for Fall 2026. Research areas include computational fracture mechanics of brittle and composite materials, architecture materials by design and statistical mechanics, and robotics (additive) manufacturing with a focus on control, planning, and sensing. The lab offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with access to state-of-the-art materials and additive manufacturing laboratories. Candidates with backgrounds in civil, mechanical, or material science, or those with expertise in experimental, analytical, or computational methods, are encouraged to apply. The research group is part of the Civil and Environmental Engineering department, which maintains a low student-faculty ratio and emphasizes close interaction between students and advisers. The Ph.D. program is fully funded, with all admitted students receiving a first-year fellowship and consideration for additional prestigious fellowships. The program typically lasts five years and includes coursework, a general examination, and dissertation research. Applicants should submit a CV (including publications, academic/professional background, and GPA) and may optionally include a 1-page cover letter describing their research interests in the AM2 lab. The application deadline is December 30, 2025, for Fall 2026 enrollment. For more information, candidates can contact Prof. Reza Moini at [email protected]. The application process and further details are available on the Princeton CEE graduate admissions website. Key academic keywords: computational fracture mechanics, brittle materials, composite materials, architecture materials by design, statistical mechanics, robotics manufacturing, additive manufacturing, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, material science.

Funding

All admitted Ph.D. students receive financial support in the form of a first-year fellowship. Additional prestigious fellowships (Wu and Upton) are available. Funding typically covers tuition and stipend for the duration of the PhD program (5 years).

How to apply

Apply online via the Princeton CEE graduate application link. Submit your CV and an optional 1-page cover letter describing your research interests. Contact Prof. Reza Moini for more information. Ensure all materials are submitted by December 30, 2025.

Requirements

Candidates should have backgrounds in civil, mechanical, or material science, or expertise in experimental, analytical, or computational methods. Applicants are encouraged to have experience relevant to computational fracture mechanics, materials by design, or robotics manufacturing. Submission of a CV (including publications, academic/professional background, and GPA) is required. A 1-page cover letter describing research interest in the AM2 lab is optional. General PhD admission requirements of Princeton University apply, including a minimum 'B' average in graduate coursework.

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