Join us
Information for prospective PhD and MS students, postdocs, and undergraduate researchers.
We are recruiting motivated students who want to do careful, technical research at the intersection of traffic flow theory, vehicle technology, and AI for mobility.
Prospective PhD students
Strong candidates have a background in transportation engineering, civil engineering, mechanical/automotive engineering, computer science, or applied math. We particularly value: solid programming (Python and one of MATLAB/C++/Julia); comfort with mathematical modeling; and curiosity about how vehicles, drivers, and infrastructure jointly produce traffic phenomena. Prior research experience (a thesis, an internship, or a published paper) helps.
To apply, submit a complete application through the USF Graduate School for the CEE PhD program and name me as a faculty of interest. Before you apply, you are welcome to send a short email (CV + a paragraph on what you’d like to work on) to haozhou1@usf.edu.
MS students at USF
If you are already enrolled in the CEE MS program at USF and want to do a research-track MS or independent study with the lab, get in touch. Plan on at least one semester of involvement before joining a paper.
Undergraduate researchers
I host a small number of undergraduate researchers each year, typically through USF’s research programs or by independent study. Email me with your transcript, a brief description of your interests, and how much time per week you can commit.
Postdocs
Postdoc opportunities are project-funded. Watch this page or contact me directly when you see a posting.