[Fall26/Spring27]Fully Funded GRA Position in Quantum Antennas
About The Position:
Dr. Kai Ren is seeking a highly motivated and talented Ph.D. student to join his research team as a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA). The position is fully funded and includes tuition, a stipend, and health insurance. The selected student will work on quantum antennas and related topics. This opportunity offers strong potential to develop advanced research skills and contribute meaningfully to the field. The position is expected to begin as early as Fall 2026.
Requirements:
• B.S. and/or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or closely related areas.
• Strong background in mathematics and quantum mechanics.
• Experience with lasers and optical systems.
• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python.
• Prior exposure to atomic physics, spectroscopy, or Rydberg atom–based sensing is preferred but not required
Location:
Rapid City, South Dakota
If you are a motivated and dedicated PhD student looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your research career, feel free to send your CV/Resume, publication list (if any), and transcript to kai.ren@sdsmt.edu.