Dr. Sewoon Kim, from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Louisiana State University (LSU) is inviting applications for a funded Ph.D. position starting in Fall 2025. The selected candidate will engage in research focused on:
- Material Design – including fabrication, characterization, and applications in environmental systems
- Membrane Processes – exploring diverse driving forces for sustainable water and wastewater treatment
Qualifications:
Applicants should hold a B.S. and/or M.S. degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience or a strong interest in material development or membrane technologies. As this is a newly established research group, we particularly welcome individuals who demonstrate strong self-motivation, a positive research attitude, and a genuine desire to learn, grow, and solve complex problems.
For information on program requirements, please visit the LSU CEE Graduate Program website (https://www.lsu.edu/eng/cee/academics/graduate/index.php).
To Apply:
Please email the following materials to skim30@lsu.edu with the subject line: “PhD Application_Your Name”
- CV
- A brief statement (max 2 pages) describing your motivation for this opportunity and outlining your long-term career goals
Application Review:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The selected student is expected to begin in August 2025.