PhD Position in Photonic Integrated Circuits and Electrical Engineering at University of North Dakota

The University of North Dakota's School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science is inviting applications for a funded PhD position in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs), Reconfigurable PICs, Quantum PICs, Optical Interconnects, AI Accelerators, Space & Satellite Technologies, and PIC Packaging. The successful candidate will join Dr. Mohammad Jobayer Hossain's research group, which offers strong mentorship and comprehensive research support to help students become experts in photonic integrated circuits and build successful post-PhD careers. Applicants should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field. Required qualifications include a strong academic background, first-author publications in photonics, research experience in optoelectronics or photonics design/fabrication/characterization, and proficiency in Python programming with familiarity in tools such as Ansys Lumerical or tidy3D. International applicants must meet the university's TOEFL/IELTS requirements. The group values passion for research, a hardworking attitude, and a collaborative mindset. Desired qualifications include hands-on experience with fiber optics or free-space optics, a strong GPA in relevant courses (such as electromagnetics, computer architecture, and communications), experience in machine learning, deep learning, or quantum computing, an MS in EE from a U.S. university, and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. This is a funded Graduate Research Assistantship, though specific details about the stipend and tuition coverage are not provided. The position is set to begin in Fall 2026, and the application deadline is December 28, 2025. Interested candidates must apply through the provided JotForm link. Only applications submitted via this link will be considered, and selected candidates will be contacted within one week of the next step. For more information about Dr. Hossain and his research, visit his university profile or LinkedIn page.