Contact us

For general inquiries, research collaborations, or interest in joining the Structural Intelligence Lab, please email Sam Smith.

Location

Department of Civil Engineering
2112 Fiedler Hall
1701C Platt St.
Manhattan, KS 66506

Email: samsmith@ksu.edu
Department phone: 785-532-5862

Prospective students

The Structural Intelligence Lab (SIL) in the Department of Civil Engineering at Kansas State University is recruiting motivated Ph.D. students to join our team.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking candidates with a strong background and interest in:

• Structural engineering: a solid foundation in structural design, mechanics, analysis, or structural dynamics.
• Agentic coding and AI: familiarity with or deep interest in agentic coding workflows, machine learning, optimization, or automated computational tools.

How to apply

1. Email an inquiry: Email Sam Smith at samsmith@ksu.edu with the subject line "Prospective Ph.D. Applicant – [Your Name]." Attach your current CV or resume and a brief statement outlining your research background, coding experience, and alignment with the lab's focus areas.
2. Submit your official application: Apply through the K-State Graduate School admissions website.