Join Us | Intelligent Learning and Control Lab

Looking for self-motivated Ph.D. students who are interested in control theory, machine learning, and robotics. If you’re ready to work on cutting-edge projects, join us! Full Gradudate Research Assistantships (GRAs) are available for PhD candidates. Publications will be the primary output of the research group.

If at least one of the following areas is your background, our research will be the perfect fit for you:

Mathematics
Control Engineering
Computer Science
Robotics
Physics

How I can help you

1. 100% supervision

We will have two or three Ph.D. students at most for now, so you can get my full attentions. You will be focused. I will help with your skills including topic searching, writing, presentation, and others.

2. Freedom

You will choose the topic that attracts you as long as it is consistent with the lab goals. You will be the first author of your leading papers.

2. Support

You are encouraged to travel to conferences to learn newest research and make friends. I will support you to apply for fellowships and internships.

What you need

1. Self-motivation

Is the driving force that propels you through the challenges and uncertainties of the doctoral journey and carries you forward. It helps you stay committed, focused, and adaptable while producing high-quality research and setting the stage for a successful career.

2. Honesty

Is not just a personal virtue; it is a cornerstone of responsible and ethical research. Upholding honesty in your work ensures the validity and credibility of your research.

3. Prior research experience

Provides you with a strong foundation of skills, knowledge, and connections that can greatly enhance your academic and research journey.

What you need to know about Auburn University

1. Best-in-State Employer (Forbes, 2022)

2. #1 University in Alabama (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)

3. #1 University and Best Value in Alabama (Niche.com, 2022)

4. Top 50 Public University in the Nation (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)

5. Best College in Alabama (Money, 2022)

6. #97 Best Colleges in the Nation (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)

7. #55 Best Engineering Schools (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)

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Keen on becoming a part of our lab? Drop me an email with your CV and a brief expression of your interest.

To aspiring graduate students: We’re eager to see your applications for Spring 2024 and Fall 2024. For application details, please refer to Auburn ECE’s graduate admissions page.