{"id":1214,"date":"2026-07-20T10:20:29","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T14:20:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mae.ncsu.edu\/cxu\/?page_id=1214"},"modified":"2026-07-20T10:20:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T14:20:29","slug":"opportunities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mae.ncsu.edu\/cxu\/opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<div class=\"aim3-site alignfull\" data-aim3-page=\"opportunities\">\r\n<section class=\"page-hero shell\">\r\n<div class=\"page-hero-rule\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"page-hero-grid\">\r\n<div>\r\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">Opportunities<\/p>\r\n<h1>Do rigorous work on problems that matter.<\/h1>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"page-hero-intro\"><span class=\"page-index\">O \/ 07<\/span>\r\n<p>AI-M3 welcomes inquiries from researchers and partners whose interests align with advanced materials, manufacturing, high-temperature sensing, and intelligent systems.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section shell opportunity-intro\">\r\n<div>\r\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">Join the group<\/p>\r\n<h2>What we look for<\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p>Strong candidates combine intellectual curiosity with persistence, care in experimental or computational work, clear communication, and respect for collaborators. Experience in one area is valuable; the willingness to learn across disciplines is essential.<\/p>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"shell opportunity-grid\">\r\n<article>01\r\n<h2>Graduate researchers<\/h2>\r\n<p>Prospective Ph.D. and thesis-based M.S. students may inquire about research alignment in ceramics, composites, additive manufacturing, sensors, electromagnetics, controls, and AI\/ML.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Helpful information to include<\/h3>\r\n<ul class=\"line-list\">\r\n<li>Academic preparation and research interests<\/li>\r\n<li>Relevant laboratory, modeling, or programming experience<\/li>\r\n<li>Desired degree program and start term<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/article>\r\n<article>02\r\n<h2>Postdoctoral scholars<\/h2>\r\n<p>Postdoctoral opportunities depend on active funding and project needs. Researchers with a strong publication record and complementary technical depth are encouraged to introduce themselves.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Helpful information to include<\/h3>\r\n<ul class=\"line-list\">\r\n<li>Curriculum vitae and selected publications<\/li>\r\n<li>Short statement of research fit<\/li>\r\n<li>Availability and funding context, if applicable<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/article>\r\n<article>03\r\n<h2>Undergraduate researchers<\/h2>\r\n<p>Undergraduates can contribute through mentored research experiences, independent study, capstone-aligned work, and funded projects when appropriate opportunities are available.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Helpful information to include<\/h3>\r\n<ul class=\"line-list\">\r\n<li>Relevant courses and technical skills<\/li>\r\n<li>Weekly availability and expected duration<\/li>\r\n<li>A specific research theme of interest<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/article>\r\n<article>04\r\n<h2>Collaborators and partners<\/h2>\r\n<p>We work with academic, national-laboratory, government, and industry teams on research, testing, technology maturation, and strategic manufacturing challenges.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Helpful information to include<\/h3>\r\n<ul class=\"line-list\">\r\n<li>The engineering problem and desired outcome<\/li>\r\n<li>Existing data, materials, or test environment<\/li>\r\n<li>Potential collaboration or sponsorship pathway<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/article>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"section shell inquiry-cta\">\r\n<div>\r\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">Before writing<\/p>\r\n<h2>Make your inquiry specific.<\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div>\r\n<p>Review the research and publications pages, identify the strongest area of alignment, and briefly explain what you hope to contribute and learn. Current openings and funding availability can change.<\/p>\r\n<a class=\"button button-primary\" href=\"mailto:cxu24@ncsu.edu?subject=AI-M3%20Research%20Inquiry\">Email Dr. Xu <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2197<\/span><\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 Opportunities Do rigorous work on problems that matter. O \/ 07 AI-M3 welcomes inquiries from researchers and partners whose interests align with advanced materials, manufacturing, high-temperature sensing, and intelligent systems. 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