PhD students

We have three funded PhD positions currently open in the group. Don't miss the opportunity to join our multi-disciplinary lab and attend George Washington University, centrally located in downtown Washington D.C.! The Ph.D. degree can start in Summer or Fall 2024 depending on the student's interests.

Please contact us at GinaAdam@gwu.edu with your CV, transcripts and any relevant supporting materials.

Position on Devices for quantum ampere standard
If you are interested in quantum devices and nanofabrication for an impactful application, this project is for you! Our lab is collaborating with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) towards the development of a quantum current standard from single electron devices. If selected, you will get access to the state-of-the-art NIST Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology to fabricate devices with nanoscale precision, to characterize them at cryogenic temperatures and to explore their integration with relevant circuitry for metrology experiments.

The ideal candidate should have
- a Masters degree (preferable) or a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Material Science
- knowledge of quantum mechanics and device physics required
- familiarity with micro/nano-fabrication and semiconductor 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

Position on Neuro-inspired computing algorithms
Interested in hardware for machine learning? Join us on the development of neuro-inspired computing using emerging memristive technologies. If selected, you will work on algorithmic development based on large scale hippocampal models and on software / hardware co-design for machine learning training accelerators, be a key team member in collaborations with U.S. national institutes and industry partners and get exposure to fellowships and internships.

The ideal candidate should have:
- a Bachelor’s degree or a Masters degree in Electrical / Electronics / Computer Engineering / Computer Science.
- background knowledge and interest in neural networks and neuroscience-informed computing / computational neuroscience
- programming skills (e.g. C/C++, Python, Jupyter Notebooks, MATLAB)
- experience in neuron simulation with NEURON, XPP, MATLAB or other simulator preferred but not required
- practical skills in circuit / FPGA design preferred but not required
- communication and teamwork skills
- interest in contributing and maintaining open source tools and documentation

Position on Virtual reality cleanroom
Our team is looking for a student with strong programming skills to work on the innovative design, development and testing of our virtual reality / augmented reality cleanroom prototype modeled based on our GW nanofabrication facilities. If selected, you will work in an interdisciplinary collaboration with experts in virtual reality and educational technology and get exposure to educational outreach programs focused on accessibility.

The ideal candidate should have:
- a Bachelor’s degree or a Masters degree in Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- knowledge and interest in virtual reality and augmented reality
- programming and 3D modeling skills (e.g. C#, Unity, Blender) required
- familiarity with micro/nano-fabrication and semiconductor characterization techniques preferred by not required
- communication and teamwork skills
- interest in contributing and maintaining open source tools and documentation

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.