Minghui Zheng

Texas A&M University is advertising a PhD opportunity in the Aggie AI Foundry , an autonomous, AI-driven materials discovery lab focused on robotics , automation , controls , mechanical design , and materials science . The project aims to build a self-driving laboratory for metal alloy discovery , combining AI, robotic alloy fabrication, automated thermomechanical processing, high-throughput characterization, and closed-loop testing to accelerate materials discovery from years to months. The student may register for the PhD in either the Department of Materials Science & Engineering or the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. The post highlights a multidisciplinary environment involving advanced manufacturing, sensors, controls, and experimental workflows, with mentorship from Prof. Ibrahim Karaman and Prof. Minghui Zheng . Eligibility highlights: undergraduate degree must be in Mechanical Engineering; strong interest in automation, robotics, and controls is required; U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required; and the post notes a preference for a strong team-player mindset and interest in robotics, automation & controls, and mechanical design. Funding: no explicit stipend, tuition, or funding package is stated in the post. How to apply: interested candidates should contact [email protected] directly. The post does not list a formal application portal or deadline.