Openings

If you have a passion for pioneering micro/nano technologies in the fields of mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering, I invite you to explore potential opportunities within my group. We welcome applicants with expertise in any of the following disciplines: Engineering, Biology, Physics, Chemistry.

My group has multiple positions available for Ph.D. students, postdocs, master’s, and undergraduate students for the Fall 2025 and the Spring/Fall 2026. If you are interested in joining my group at the University of Pennsylvania, please send me an email (shujie.yang@seas.upenn.edu) with your CV and transcripts.

Penn Undergraduate Research Mentoring Program (PURM)

Dr. Yang will serve as a PURM mentor in 2025, and the PURM research project is now open for applications. Two positions are available for first- or second-year undergraduate students (currently in their 2nd or 4th semester).

• Benefits for PURM Students:

  • Financial Support: Students will receive a $5,000 stipend to fully engage in their PURM project during the 10-week summer program.

  • Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience with the research process, attend a two-day Carpentries workshop, and access a variety of Professional Development Seminars.

  • Networking Opportunities: Present a poster showcasing your research at the CURF Research Expo.

• Application Deadline: Sunday, February 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM – Applications must be submitted electronically to CURF.

• How to Apply: Please log in to PennCURF.