Available Positions in the Laboratory for Multifunctional Nanocomposites (LMN) at Western University, London, Ontario, Canada:
Graduate Students (PhD and M.E.Sc. candidates): Graduate students will engage in cutting-edge research within a multidisciplinary environment. They will receive extensive training in biomedical device design and development, nanomaterial synthesis and characterization, bioanalytical experiments, as well as image processing and machine learning techniques. Collaborative opportunities with other research groups will allow students to gain expertise in fields such as clinical biochemistry and environmental management. Applicants with a robust research background in the following areas are encouraged to apply:
Area 1: Nanostructured Biosensor systems: Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and research experience in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization.
Area 2: Theranostics. Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and research experience in biomaterial synthesis and characterization.
Area 3: Bio-leaching. The candidate should have strong research experience in bioengineering, bio-leaching, and modeling.
Area 4: Stretchable Electronics. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in flexible/stretchable electronics. Experience in circuit design will be considered a plus.
*Detailed information on how to apply for PhD and M.E.Sc. programs can be found from the link below;
Western University (uwo.ca)
https://grad.uwo.ca/admissions/apply.html
Summer Students/ Research Interns: Various projects related to the aforementioned areas/topics or machine learning are available for undergraduate students to pursue as thesis or summer research projects.
Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Prof. Jin Zhang (jin.zhang@uwo.ca) for further details.