Engineering

The Purdue Digital Twin Lab at Purdue University is recruiting PhD students and postdoctoral researchers for fully funded positions starting in Spring or Fall 2026. Led by Assistant Professor Ziran Wang, the lab is part of the College of Engineering, which is ranked among the top graduate engineering programs in the U.S. The lab's research focuses on digital twins, autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, and human-autonomy teaming, with applications in autonomous driving, connected systems, and advanced communication technologies. Candidates will have access to state-of-the-art labs, advanced computing resources, and strong industry partnerships with companies such as Waymo, Bosch, Toyota, and Zoox. Applicants should hold an advanced degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or computer science, and have a strong research background with publications in robotics, computer vision, machine learning, or transportation. The positions are fully funded, covering tuition, stipend or salary, and research costs, and offer opportunities for professional development, conference participation, and global networking. Applications are open and reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should send their CV to Dr. Ziran Wang at [email protected] and can find more information on the Purdue Digital Twin Lab website.