Apply now for a fully funded PhD position starting Spring 2026 at SIAS Lab, Washington State University. Ideal for candidates with strong math skills, control theory, AI, and Python/MATLAB experience. Email CV to mehdi.hosseinzadeh@wsu.edu.
🎓 PhD Opportunity – Spring 2026 Intake | SIAS Lab, Washington State University
Are you a passionate researcher looking to pursue a PhD in Control Theory, Optimization, or Artificial Intelligence? Join the Smart Infrastructure and Autonomous Systems (SIAS) Lab at Washington State University (WSU) for the Spring 2026 semester.
Dr. Mehdi Hosseinzadeh is actively seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join his cutting-edge research group. The position offers a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative, interdisciplinary research projects with real-world applications in safety-critical control systems, autonomous infrastructure, and AI-based optimization.
✅ Preferred Qualifications:
- A strong mathematical background in control theory, optimization, and artificial intelligence
- Programming proficiency in Python and MATLAB
- Prior experience with safety-critical systems is a strong plus
- Research-oriented mindset and eagerness to contribute to academic publications
This is a fully funded PhD position with competitive stipend and tuition support. Students will have access to advanced labs, collaborative research environments, and career-building opportunities at WSU.
📧 Interested candidates should send their updated CV to:
mehdi.hosseinzadeh@wsu.edu
🔗 Learn more about the lab and ongoing research at the official SIAS Lab website:
https://labs.wsu.edu/siaslab/
This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring PhD students in engineering, AI, or control systems to make a lasting impact in research. Apply early for Spring 2026 admissions!
