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Louisiana State University

Fully Funded PhD Positions in Geomechanics, PINNs, and Geotechnical/Petroleum Engineering at Louisiana State University Louisiana State University in United States

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PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

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Two fully funded PhD positions. Qualified candidates may receive a stipend of more than $30,000 per 12-month period. The research is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

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Louisiana State University

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Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics
Petroleum Engineering
Civil Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Geomechanics
Computational Modelling
ML

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About this position

Louisiana State University (LSU) is advertising two fully funded PhD positions in Geotechnical Engineering / Petroleum Engineering within the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE). The positions are in Dr. Shengli Chen’s research group and focus on geomechanics, computational modeling, and AI-driven engineering, especially Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs).

The research topics include CPTu interpretation, large-strain elastoplastic consolidation analysis, offshore wind turbine pile modelling, and sand production prediction in petroleum engineering. The work is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), indicating a strong research environment with applied and interdisciplinary impact.

Funding is described as fully funded, with qualified candidates potentially receiving a stipend of more than $30,000 per 12-month period. The post also notes that GRE is currently waived for applicants to CEE graduate programs.

Preferred backgrounds include Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mathematics. A strong interest in computational mechanics, numerical modeling, and machine learning is highlighted as an advantage.

Expected start is Spring or Fall 2027. To apply, email Dr. Shengli Chen with the requested documents: CV, transcripts, and a one-page statement written in your own words describing your background, skills, research interests, and PhD goals.

Funding details

Two fully funded PhD positions. Qualified candidates may receive a stipend of more than $30,000 per 12-month period. The research is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

What's required

Applicants should have a background in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mathematics. Interest in computational mechanics, numerical modeling, and machine learning is a strong plus. Applicants must prepare an updated CV, undergraduate and graduate transcripts as applicable, and a one-page statement written in their own words describing background, skills, research interests, and PhD goals.

How to apply

Email Dr. Shengli Chen at [email protected] with the subject line "PhD Application – PINN Geomechanics". Attach an updated CV, transcripts, and a one-page statement in your own words. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

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