Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Computational Modelling Professors and Supervisors in United States
Professors in computational modelling in united states
498 professors found
Professor
Auburn University
United States
Research Interests
Artificial Intelligence
Behavioral Economics
Computational Modelling
Explainability
Machine Learning
Professor
Purdue University
United States
Research Interests
Fluid Mechanics
Condensed Matter Physics
Pde
Variational Calculus
Computational Modelling
University of Washington
United States
Research Interests
Computational Linguistics
Cell Biology
Programming Language
Computational Modelling
In Silico Modeling
Fellow
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
United States
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Computational Biology
Metabolic Engineering
Computational Modelling
Johns Hopkins University
United States
Research Interests
Computational Neuroscience
Cell Biology
Cancer Biology
Computational Modelling
Cellular Automata
Professor Of Mathematics
Naval Postgraduate School
United States
Research Interests
Transportation Engineering
Flight Dynamics
Computational Modelling
Air Traffic Management
Transportation Economics
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
United States
Research Interests
Artificial Intelligence
Business Analytics
Model-driven Engineering
Predictive Modeling
Cyber-physical System
Professor
Case Western Reserve University
United States
Research Interests
Computational Neuroscience
Biochemical Engineering
Bayesian Statistics
Membrane Biology
Permeability Analysis
University of Minnesota
United States
Research Interests
Meteorology
Climatology
Atmospheric Dynamics
Solar Energy Engineering
Space Weather
489 more professors to explore
Sign up free to see them all, and ask ApplyKite Twin which ones fit you best.
Popular positions
Parashu Kharel
South Dakota State University
United States
.
5 months ago
South Dakota State University is advertising MS and PhD openings in Physics for Fall 2026 , with up to two PhD students to be recruited by Professor Parashu Kharel . The research area is experimental condensed matter physics , with a specific focus on the development and characterization of magnetic materials . This opportunity is a strong fit for students interested in physics, materials science, and experimental research on functional or magnetic materials. Supervisor / announcer: Parashu Khar...
Experimental Physics
Materials Science
Material Characterization
+2 more
5 months ago
Jun-Whan Lee
Top university
University of Texas at Austin
United States
.
3 weeks ago
Top university
Graduate Student Opportunity (Ph.D. or M.S.) in the COMPOUND Flood Lab at The University of Texas at Austin , within the Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering. The lab is seeking one motivated graduate student to join in Fall 2027 . Research interests include compound flooding , debris–structure–wave interactions , and/or flood risk assessment , with methods spanning numerical modeling , machine learning , and remote sensing . Applicants from Civil Engineering ,...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
+9 more
3 weeks ago
University of California, Los Angeles
Top university
United States
.
1 month ago
Top university
The UCLA Mobility Lab is hiring for PhD students , postdoctoral scholars , and research engineers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in the CEE or CS department. This opportunity focuses on Physical AI , foundation models , embodied reasoning , planning , safe autonomy , autonomous driving , robotics , V2X , and connected infrastructure . The lab is looking for candidates in one or both of two directions: (1) developing intelligence for vehicles and robots, and (2) deploying tha...
Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
+5 more
1 month ago
Living costs in United States
Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | United States |
|---|---|
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
The Carolyn J. Stewart Chair and Professor
Georgia Institute of Technology
United States
Research Interests
Solid Mechanics
Medical Imaging
Tensor Analysis
Compressed Sensing
Domain Decomposition
Assistant Professor
University of Texas at El Paso
United States
Research Interests
Medical Imaging
Industrial Automation
Medical Diagnostics
Deep Learning
Microstructure Analysis
Assistant Professor at Harvard University
Harvard University
United States
Research Interests
Artificial Intelligence
Brain-computer Interface
Multimodal Analysis
Python Programming
Machine Learning
Opportunities these professors hire for
Rochester Institute of Technology
Just Landed
United States
.
New Today
Just Landed
The Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to advance remote sensing science for the joint NASA/USGS Landsat mission. The project focuses on developing remote sensing algorithms, simulation and modeling capabilities, and artificial intelligence and machine learning methods that support future Landsat goals. The selected researcher will use the Digital Imaging and Remote Sensing Image Generation (DIRSIG) model to...
Computer Science
Geology
Environmental Science
+6 more
New Today
US Food and Drug Administration
Just Landed
United States
.
New Today
Just Landed
This fellowship is based in the Division of Quantitative Methods and Modeling within the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research in Silver Spring, Maryland. The group works on regulatory science and quantitative research that supports the development and review of generic drugs, with a strong emphasis on modeling, simulation, data analysis, and data mining for public health decision-making. Participants will join research activities spanning a wide range of modern quantitative approaches f...
Computer Science
Biomedical Engineering
Mathematics
+12 more
New Today
U.S. Department of Energy
Just Landed
United States
.
New Today
Just Landed
The Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence (EACE) is offering a postdoctoral research opportunity at Brooke Army Medical Center and the Center for the Intrepid in San Antonio, Texas. The project sits within the EACE mission to improve care for Department of War and Department of Veterans Affairs patients with extremity trauma and amputation through scientific research and clinical translation. As the selected fellow, you will work with the Senior Scientist for the CFI Military Perf...
Computer Science
Biomedical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
+8 more
New Today
Explore other paths
ApplyKite Twin
Not sure which professor is right for you?
Your Twin reads your CV, searches every professor by meaning, not keywords, and learns what you want as you apply. Ask it anything about your application.
Tools for this step
Email to a professorAn email built on the professor's own papers.Research proposal generatorFrom an idea to a proposal that cites real papers.Supervisor finderProfessors, universities and openings that fit your research.See every toolFind PhD supervisors who research computational modelling
Describe your research and see the professors who publish on it, free.
Quick
Questions
Should I email professors before submitting my PhD application?
Yes. A well-targeted email can significantly improve your chances in many research-based programs.
What should I include in my first email to a professor?
A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
How long should I wait before following up with a professor?
Typically 7–14 days. One polite follow-up is considered acceptable.
Is it better to send the same email to many professors?
No. Personalized emails that clearly match the professor’s research receive far better response rates.
Do I need a full research proposal when contacting professors?
Usually not initially — a short research summary is sufficient unless the professor specifically requests a full proposal.