Join the laboratory

Work on the next generation of power and energy systems.

We welcome inquiries from motivated graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, undergraduate researchers, and collaborators whose interests align with the laboratory.

Graduate students

Ph.D. and M.S. research

Strong applicants typically have preparation in power systems, control, optimization, applied mathematics, power electronics, programming, machine learning, or cybersecurity.

Undergraduates

Research experience

Undergraduate opportunities may include simulation, data analysis, hardware development, experiment automation, visualization, and literature review.

Collaborators

Academic and industry partnerships

The laboratory collaborates with utilities, national laboratories, universities, technology developers, and public-sector organizations.

Students participating in an engineering activity

How to inquire

Send a focused introduction.

Prospective researchers should review the laboratory’s research areas and recent publications before contacting Dr. Ben-Idris. A useful inquiry includes:

  • Your current institution and degree program
  • Your technical background and research interests
  • The specific E-RESILIENCY research area that interests you
  • Your CV and, when relevant, transcripts or publication samples

Email Dr. Ben-Idris

Graduate admission is managed through Michigan State University.

Applicants should follow the current ECE and Graduate School application requirements and deadlines.

MSU graduate admissions