Fall 2026 - Research Assistant

The Geomaterials Research Laboratory (GeoRL) at Howard University has one fully funded Ph.D. position in geotechnical/geoenvironmental engineering, starting Fall 2026. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to perform cutting edge research in geoenvironmental engineering and contaminant transport in soils. We are seeking candidates with expertise in the area of multiphase/multiphysics flow in porous media. This is a collaborative/interdisciplinary Ph.D. position requiring expertise in modeling environmental contaminants transport (e.g., PFAS) in porous media.  

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Selected candidate will have strong background in geotechnical/geoenvironmental engineering and modeling. Candidate will work on particulate modeling of soils and coupled fluid flow phenomena in porous media. Experience with software like PFC3D and COMSOL Multiphysics is highly desired. Strong background in programing is required, with familiarity in C++ programing being a plus.

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A minimum quantitative reasoning GRE score of 160 will be accepted. Please refer to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering website for additional admission requirements. Qualified candidates should email Dr. Karam A Jaradat (karam.jaradat@howard.edu) with their CV and cover letter detailing their experience and fit to the announced position.

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This position was open on November 16, 2025, and will continue to be open until filled. Review of applicants will start early in 2026.