Ph.D. student opening in material science in Boise State University

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The following research opening is available for highly motived students who are interested in pursuing their Ph.D. degree in material science major in Boise State University. The student will receive full scholarship to cover tuition and $25000 stipend per year.
The goal of this project is to develop novel characterization system to measure thermal and thermoelectric transport properties at small spatial and time scale. The new method developed here will enable fundamental understanding of electron and phonon transport in nanostructured materials and across different interfaces. The research results will spur development of advanced materials and systems for various applications, including high-efficiency thermoelectric materials, thermal insulation materials, and novel thermal interface materials. Highly motivated students of excellent background in heat transfer, material science, instrumentation and LabVIEW are encouraged to apply.
The MSE Department is part of a vibrant College of Engineering, recently ranked 15th in U.S. News & World Report’s list of best undergraduate engineering programs among comprehensive public universities. The College is experiencing tremendous growth and receives a high level of support from the high tech industry in Idaho and the intermountain west. With nearly 20,000 students, Boise State is the largest university in Idaho. Theuniversity is located in Idaho’s capital city and largest metropolitan area, which serves as the government, economic, business, health care, and cultural center of the state.  The City of Boise offers beauty and adventures both outdoors and within its thriving arts scene. Offering convenient access to outdoor recreation, including world-class whitewater, skiing, biking, fishing, and camping.
Application procedures: Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for at least three professional references to Prof. Yanliang Zhang at yanliangzhang@boisestate.edu