Oklahoma State University Funded MS and PhD Position in Nanomaterials and Heterogeneous Catalysis
Oklahoma State University
Assistant Professor Hong Je Cho is recruiting one funded MS or PhD student in Oklahoma State University’s School of Chemical Engineering for Spring 2027. The assistantship includes a tuition waiver and stipend for research in nanomaterials, heterogeneous catalysis and sustainable energy and chemical processes.
Assistant Professor Hong Je Cho is recruiting one MS or Ph.D. student for Spring 2027 in Oklahoma State University's School of Chemical Engineering.
The research group works in nanomaterials, heterogeneous catalysis and sustainable energy and chemical processes. The successful candidate will conduct independent research in the synthesis of novel nanomaterials, materials characterisation, and reaction and environmental applications.
The student will also develop creativity, teamwork, collaboration, patience, and effective oral and written scientific communication. Research results are expected to be prepared for peer-reviewed journals, conferences and project reviews.
Funding: the recruitment notice states that the selected MS or Ph.D. student will receive a research assistantship or teaching assistantship, including a tuition waiver and stipend.
How to apply: email the required documents to hongje.cho@okstate.edu. Applications are reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should apply early enough to complete the formal Oklahoma State University graduate application for the Spring 2027 intake if invited to proceed.
Benefits
- Research assistantship or teaching assistantship.
- Tuition waiver.
- Stipend.
- Research training in nanomaterials synthesis, materials characterisation, heterogeneous catalysis and sustainable chemical processes.
- Development in scientific writing, presentations, collaboration and independent research.
Funding clarification: the recruitment notice confirms a tuition waiver and stipend but does not state the stipend amount, mandatory-fee coverage, health insurance, summer support, assistantship workload or renewal duration. Obtain the complete package in writing before accepting an offer.
Eligibility summary
- Applicants may seek the research MS, Ph.D. or either programme.
- A BS or MS in chemical engineering, chemistry or another related engineering or science discipline.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- The recruitment notice requests GRE scores with at least 160/170 in quantitative reasoning and 150/170 in verbal reasoning.
- For applicants required to demonstrate English proficiency, the notice lists a minimum TOEFL score of 79 or IELTS score of 6.5.
- Strong motivation, enthusiasm and commitment to research excellence.
- Laboratory research in nanomaterials synthesis or characterisation and heterogeneous catalysis is preferred.
- Applicants must satisfy all current School of Chemical Engineering and Graduate College admission requirements.
No nationality restriction is stated. International applicants should confirm admission timing, English-language requirements and visa feasibility with the research group and Graduate College.
Requirements
- Email Professor Hong Je Cho the complete initial-review package.
- State clearly whether the application is for the MS programme only, Ph.D. programme only or either programme.
- If invited to proceed, complete the official Oklahoma State University Graduate College application and pay any applicable fee.
- Arrange official test scores, references and records if required by the formal application.
Documents required
- Detailed curriculum vitae, including publication list.
- Cover letter describing research experience, interests and motivation.
- Non-expired GRE and TOEFL or IELTS scores, as applicable.
- Unofficial academic transcripts.
- Names and email addresses of at least three references.
- Any additional documents requested by the Graduate College or School of Chemical Engineering.
Language/test requirements
How to submit applications
Provider: School of Chemical Engineering, Oklahoma State University
The recruitment flyer supplied through the referenced ZinstaBlog task provides the Spring 2027 opening, funding, qualifications and initial-review document list. Official application portal: https://go.okstate.edu/graduate-academics/apply
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