Application Deadlines: Open – PhD entry Fall 2027 | Postdoc positions open until filled
| Positions | Fully funded PhD students (Fall 2027) + postdoctoral researchers |
| University | The George Washington University – EPIC Lab, Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering |
| Location | Washington, D.C., USA |
| Funding & Salary | Fully funded positions (details on request; the lab asks applicants to read its joining guide first) |
| Start Date | PhD: Fall 2027; postdocs: flexible |
| Application Deadline | Open (not specified – apply early) |
| How to Apply | Email chuchu.chen@gwu.edu; PhD subject: [PhD Application 2027] Your Name |
Scholarship Description:
The EPIC Lab (Estimation, Perception & Intelligent Computing) in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at The George Washington University, led by Dr. Chuchu Chen, is recruiting fully funded PhD students for Fall 2027 and postdoctoral researchers. The lab’s research focuses on probabilistic state estimation, robot perception, and Physical AI, with the broader goal of building intelligent systems that can operate reliably in the real world. At EPIC Lab, the team values both rigorous thinking and real-system experimentation.
The George Washington University is located in Washington, D.C., offering unique opportunities to interact with federal research agencies, government organizations, and industry partners.
More about the lab and its research: https://chuchuchen.net (the lab also asks prospective applicants to read its joining guide before applying).
Available Subjects:
- Probabilistic state estimation.
- Robot perception.
- Physical AI – intelligent systems that operate reliably in the real world.
- Rigorous theory combined with real-system experimentation.
Eligibility criteria:
- The lab does not list degree-specific requirements in the announcement; it asks prospective members to read its joining guide first to see whether the lab’s research philosophy matches their goals.
- PhD applicants apply for Fall 2027 entry.
- Postdoctoral applicants should have research experience aligned with the lab’s directions (state estimation, robot perception, physical AI).
Application Procedure:
If the lab’s research philosophy resonates with you, email chuchu.chen@gwu.edu.
PhD applicants: use the subject line [PhD Application 2027] Your Name and include your CV, unofficial transcript, and 1-2 short paragraphs describing what you have worked on, what problems genuinely interest you, and why EPIC Lab may be a good fit.
Postdoc applicants: email Dr. Chen directly with your CV and research statement.
Lab website: https://chuchuchen.net
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