We are hiring!

Graduate students: We currently have openings for 2 curious and motivated graduate students for Spring and Fall 2026.

Postdocs/research assistants: We currently have two openings for applicants with either a strong background in mechanics/mechanical engineering (e.g., finite element analysis) or molecular biology/biochemistry (e.g., recombinant DNA transduction in mammalian cells).

Undergraduate students: We welcome highly motivated undergraduate students who are interested in gaining research experience in our lab. Opportunities are offered based on research needs and mentoring capacity.

Please read the instructions below on how to join our lab.

We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our lab. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are core values of the lab.

Thank you for your interest in our lab. 

Prospective Applicants.

Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Assistant:

Interested applicants should email Dr. Zhang with the following:

• A cover letter stating your research experiences/skills, interests, and career goals.

• Your latest CV with a list of publications.

• Names and contacts of three references.

Graduate Students:

Prospective graduate students interested in joining the lab must first be admitted to the graduate program at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Please consult the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program and the Cell and Molecular Biology Graduate Program websites for admission information.

Please make sure to list Dr. Zhang as your advisor of interest in your application and clearly describe your research experiences, skills, and career goals.

Prospective graduate students are also encouraged to contact Dr. Zhang directly following the guidelines for Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Assistant. Including a copy of your transcripts and GRE scores  (if available) will also help evaluate your eligibility for additional doctoral fellowships.

Undergraduate Students:

Students interested in joining the lab should first review our research areas on this website, then email Dr. Zhang with:

•  A brief statement of interest (~ 1 paragraph) describing your current or emerging research interests, future goals, and an estimate of your weekly availability for research during the upcoming semester or summer.

• A latest CV or résumé.

• A latest unofficial transcript.

Depending on readiness, interests, and mentor availability, students may begin by reading selected research papers or by working on a small introductory project to learn basic skills and contribute to lab activities.

Contact Dr. Zhang via email at  jianz[at]uark[dot]edu.