Opportunities
Join my research group at the University of Iowa.
Welcome! I will join the School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability at the University of Iowa as a tenure-track Assistant Professor in August 2026, building a research group at the intersection of GIScience, GeoAI, and spatial data science. Please read below before reaching out.
Official call: PhD Positions in GeoAI and Spatial Data Science University of Iowa · School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability — download the full description (PDF)Ph.D. Students — two fully-funded positions, starting Fall 2027
I am recruiting two Ph.D. students with full funding (stipend, tuition, and benefits) along these directions:
- Trustworthy GeoAI — spatial explicit modeling, explainability, and uncertainty quantification of GeoAI.
- Multi-agent GeoAI modeling — LLM-driven, multi-agent frameworks for automated geospatial model discovery and reasoning.
Ideal background: GIScience, computer science, statistics, remote sensing, or a related field, with strong programming skills and a genuine interest in spatial data science and AI. Prior research experience is a plus but not required.
How to apply: Email me at peng-luo@uiowa.edu with your CV, transcripts, and a brief statement of research interests (mention which direction interests you). Please use the subject line “Prospective Ph.D. — [your name].”
Undergraduate & Master's Students
Students at the University of Iowa interested in hands-on research in GeoAI and spatial data science are welcome to reach out. No prior experience is required — just curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Email me a short note about your interests along with your CV.
Visiting Students & Postdocs
I am open to hosting highly motivated visiting students and postdocs who have (or are applying for) external funding or fellowships. Please email me your CV, a brief research statement, and the funding/fellowship programs you are considering, and I am happy to discuss potential projects and support your application.
Helpful links: Iowa Graduate Admissions · School of Earth, Environment & Sustainability · my research. The University of Iowa is a top public research university in Iowa City, a UNESCO City of Literature with an excellent quality of life.