AI Mobility Lab at Stony Brook University is seeking multiple Ph.D. students in Smart Civil Infrastructure Systems to begin in Spring 2026/Fall 2026. SBU AI Mobility Lab focuses on innovating next-generation modeling and computational tools for mobility and logistic systems, with emphasis on connectivity, electrification, and automation. Directions include but not limited to:
- Al-enabled modeling and optimization of complex mobility networks
- Economic modeling and regulation in multimodal transportation and the share economy
- Learning, adaptation, and policy design in human-autonomous vehicle interactions
Qualifications
Hold or pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. Proficiency in programming and computational tools is preferred.
About Stony Brook University
Located near New York City, Stony Brook University is a flagship R1 institution in the SUNY system and a proud member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). It is home to a distinguished faculty featuring seven Nobel winners.
About the PI
Dr. Zhichen Liu is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at Stony Brook University. Highlights of her background include:
- PhD in Civil Engineering & Master’s in Industrial & Operations Engineering from University of Michigan
- Industry experience as a visiting scientist at General Motors
- First-author publications in leading journals like Transportation Science
- Recipient of the Rackham Predoctoral Fellowship
- Sole global awardee of the Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship
How to Apply For Opportunity
Please send your CV, transcript, and a brief research statement to zhichen.liu@stonybrook.edu with the subject line “Prospective Student – YOURNAME”. Promising candidates will be invited for a 30-minute interview.
