Openings
Post Doctoral Scholar in AI for Geophysics/Geoscience
We are currently recruiting a Postdoctoral Scholar in AI for Geophysics/Geoscience. The position is supported through the NSF Collaborations in Artificial Intelligence and Geosciences (CAIG) Program. Interested applicants should review the job description and submit their application through the official job posting below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The preferred start date is as soon as possible, although a later start date is negotiable. Prospective applicants are also welcome to contact Dr. Hongyu Sun (sun.4379@osu.edu) with any questions. When reaching out, please use the following email subject line: Postdoc Application-Name-PhD Graduation Year-PhD Institution.
Fully funded PhD positions (Spring/Fall 2027)
The AI4E lab in the School of Earth Sciences at The Ohio State University is inviting applications for fully funded PhD positions (Spring/Fall 2027). We welcome applicants with backgrounds in Geophysics, Earth Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Applied Mathematics. We encourage interested applicants to reach out before submitting a formal application. If you are interested, please email Dr. Hongyu Sun (sun.4379@osu.edu) with your CV, transcripts, and TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable). Please use the following subject line formats when reaching out:
- PhD applicants (Spring/Fall 2027): [PhD Application-Name–Entry Year–Undergrad/Master’s Institution]
(e.g., [PhD Application–Jane Doe–2027Fall–XYZ University])
The application deadline for full consideration of funding for the 2027 Fall semester is November 30, 2026. Please find our application process outlined here.
Undergraduate researchers, visiting scholars, and short-term interns
The AI4E Lab also welcomes undergraduate researchers, visiting scholars, and short-term research interns interested in artificial intelligence, geophysics, and Earth science. Research opportunities are available throughout the year, depending on project availability. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Hongyu Sun (sun.4379@osu.edu) with their CV and a brief description of their research interests. Please use one of the following email subject lines:
- Visiting scholars / short-term interns: [Visiting Application–Name–Current Institution]
- Undergraduate researchers: [Undergraduate–Name–Entry Year–Department/University]
About the university and school
The Ohio State University is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and one of the nation’s leading public research institutions. Ohio State ranks among the top research universities in the United States, with strong programs in science and engineering.
The School of Earth Sciences at Ohio State conducts research across four core themes: Earth History, Geodetic Science, Solid Earth Dynamics, and Water, Climate, and the Environment. The School offers undergraduate degrees in Earth Sciences and graduate degrees in Earth Sciences and Geodetic Science. Explore our courses, certificates and degrees at our website.
