Open positions
We are always looking for dedicated and diverse people to join our group! Don't hesitate to reach out if interested.
PhD students
We have two open PhD positions in our group. Reach out to Prof. Gina Adam with your CV and transcripts at GinaAdam@gwu.edu.
Position on neuromorphic circuits
Our lab at the George Washington University is working on the development of novel types of neuromorphic circuits and systems. Come work in our multi-disciplinary group on the development of neuro-inspired computing using emerging technologies and software / hardware co-design of machine learning training accelerators for edge computing. You will benefit from our collaborations with
U.S. national institutes and opportunities for fellowships and internships in industry. The Ph.D. degree can be in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering for a Fall 2025 starting date.
The ideal candidate should have:
- a Masters degree or a Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Electronics / Computer Engineering / Computer Science.
- strong experience in circuit design and device physics needed, including practical skills in CADENCE, SPICE, etc.
- experimental knowledge with electrical characterization equipment preferred, but not required
- background knowledge in neural network algorithms preferred, but not required
- basic programming skills (C/C++, Python, Jupyter Notebooks, MATLAB) needed
- communication and teamwork skills needed
- interest in contributing and maintaining open-source tools and documentation
Position on emerging devices
If you are interested in emerging memory devices and nanofabrication for an impactful application, this project is for you! Our lab is collaborating with national labs in the area towards the development of new types of memory devices for computing in harsh environments. If selected, you will get access to the state-of-the-art GW Nanofabrication and Imaging Center and the NIST Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology to grow materials and fabricate devices with nanoscale precision, to characterize them across a broad temperature range and to explore their integration with relevant circuitry.
The ideal candidate should have:
- a Masters degree or a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Material Science
- knowledge of quantum mechanics and device physics required
- familiarity with thin film growth, micro/nano-fabrication and characterization techniques
- hands-on experience utilizing characterization equipment and/or cleanroom facilities preferred
- programming skills (e.g. python, C++, Matlab) for data analysis and instrument communication
- motivation and initiative to tackle experimental challenges and explore new topics
- communication and teamwork skills
Masters students
The ADAM lab welcomes Masters students currently enrolled at GWU who are interested in pursuing research as part of their MSc thesis. E-mail Dr. Adam with a CV and transcripts to set up a meeting.
Undergraduate students
Hard working undergraduate students at all levels are welcome in the ADAM lab. They are considered active lab participants, trained for equipment as needed, included in lab meetings and encouraged to apply for scholarships and internships.
We ask for a commitment of at least 10 hours/week for at least two consecutive semesters. Interested students should send their transcript (and resume/CV if available) to GinaAdam@gwu.edu.