Dr. Nade Liang
Incoming Assistant Professor, Dr. Nade Liang within the Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, & Systems Engineering (IMSE) at Texas Tech University (TTU) is looking for two Ph.D. students who want to pursue a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering with a specialization in Human Factors and Cognitive Engineering. Dr. Liang conducts various research projects to sense and model human behaviors and create engineering solutions to support performance in human-in-the-loop systems. The doctoral students will work on multiple Human Factors research projects related to automated driving systems, advanced air mobility systems, and human-automation interactions. This position is fully funded, covering tuition and a competitive monthly stipend. An expected start date is September 1, 2024.
Requirements:
- A recent bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferred) in industrial, transportation, computer engineering, experimental psychology, applied statistics, or other related engineering discipline.
- Prior experience in Human Factors and Ergonomics research.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Meeting the requirements to be admitted to the TTU IMSE graduate program: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/imse/graduate/phd degrees.php
Apply
To apply for this position, please send the following two items to Dr. Nade Liang (nade.liang@outlook.com).
- CV
- A Statement of Purpose (max. 2 pages) summarizing your motivation to pursue a doctoral degree, research experience, strengths, and future career goals
- Other supporting materials
Review of applicants will begin as applications arrive and be finished when the position is filled. To learn more about Dr. Liang, you may also visit his personal site: https://sites.google.com/view/nadeliang/home