Current Opportunities

We are committed to creating an inclusive, safe research community that invites and supports students from groups historically underrepresented in the sciences. We are committed to anti-racist, anti-imperialist, abolitionist research program and group culture.

We have many open opportunities for students interested in artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational mechanics, and intelligent systems design. Please reach out to discuss your interests—we’re looking forward to meeting you and learning with you!

Undergraduates

We look forward to welcoming motivated undergraduates to explore our research. Students can take part in hands-on projects across diverse and exciting areas:

• Autonomous Robotics – Developing intelligent robots with perception, learning, and adaptive control.
• Soft & Flexible Manipulators – Advancing the design and control of compliant mechanisms for safe and versatile
• Origami-Inspired Structure Design – Harnessing folding geometry for deployable, lightweight, and multifunctional mechanisms.
• DNA Origami Nanostructures – Combining computation and molecular design to create programmable nanoscale systems.

Graduate Students

We welcome motivated graduate students to join our research team.

• Master’s Research Projects: Opportunities for thesis-based master’s students

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send the following materials to airahust@gmail.com:

• Cover Letter: Describe your research interests and how they align with our lab’s mission
• CV/Resume: Include your academic background, research experience, and publications
• Research Statement: (For graduate students and postdocs) Outline your research goals and interests
• References: Contact information for 2-3 academic or professional references

What We Offer

• Cutting-edge Research: Work on problems at the intersection of AI, physics, and engineering
• Collaborative Environment: Join a diverse, supportive research community
• Professional Development: Opportunities for conference presentations, publications, and networking
• Mentorship: Dedicated guidance for your academic and career development

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive research environment where everyone can thrive.