We are looking for group members to join!

The AI4E lab in the School of Earth Sciences at The Ohio State University is inviting applications for fully funded PhD positions, as well as postdoctoral scholars, visiting scholars, and undergraduate researchers. 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: [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.
• Postdoc applicants: [Postdoc Application–Name–Entry Year–PhD Institution]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
• 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.