田纳西理工大学陈平恩教授招收2017年秋季博士生（全奖）

POSITIONS: Two funded PhD positions are available for Fall 2017 at the Tennessee Technological University within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Highly motivated individuals are sought to work on multidisciplinary research in the areas of dynamic systems and control, engine combustion and emissions, automotive powertrain control, and alternative/renewable fuels, intelligent transportation system. Background in dynamic systems and control with automotive applications is strongly desired. The positions are open until filled.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Tennessee Tech University is ranked as the top tier National University in the U.S. News and World Report College Ranking 2017. Based on this ranking, Tennessee Tech is ranked 125 (tie) Top Public School among National Universities. It has been recognized as a doctoral university - moderate research activity by The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. There are approximately 10,900 students enrolled. The department offers an ABET accredited undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, as well as the masters and doctor of philosophy degrees.

Prof. Pingen Chen’s research group focuses on modeling, diagnostics, controls, and optimizations of various automotive systems including conventional/hybrid/electric powertrains, internal combustion engines, emissions control systems, sensors, intelligent transportation systems, and advanced engine combustion with alternative/renewable fuels.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, other general admission requirements (TOEFL, GRE. GPA).

APPLICATIONS: Interested individuals should send: (1) full CV; (2) a brief (1 page) summary of research background; (3) GRE scores; and (4) TOEFL scores (if applicable); (5) list of publications (if applicable), to Prof. Chen via pchen@tntech.edu for further review.