Undergraduate student positions

Undergraduate student volunteers are an important part of our team. Except in very rare cases, undergraduate student researchers are expected to commit to 10 hours per week for at least two semesters. This work is typically unpaid, however, some students will choose to do undergraduate research for course credit (with or without an honors thesis) and/or will apply for funding through programs such as the University Scholars program.

Undergraduate interviews for any upcoming semester are typically conducted at the end of the current semester (i.e., in December for students who will start in spring, April for students who will start in summer or fall). To apply, please send Dr. Costello an email (k.costello@ufl.edu) stating why you are interested and a copy of your resume. 

Graduate student positions (Ph.D., M.S.)

Ph.D. student positions are dependent on funding availability and applicants are considered on a case-by-case basis. Potential Ph.D. students are encouraged to reach out to Dr. Costello at any time by email (k.costello@ufl.edu) with questions and/or a brief statement of research interests and experience (in the body of the email), a resume, and (if available) a scientific writing sample. While most graduate students in the lab are in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Ph.D. program (Dr. Costello’s home department), students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Applied Physiology and Kinesiology, or related fields are encouraged to reach out to Dr. Costello to discuss this possibility. Applications are typically due on December 5th for priority consideration for Fall admission and fellowships for UF’s engineering Ph.D. programs, however, potential students may contact Dr. Costello at any time.

Students pursuing M.S. degrees at UF who want to conduct research in the lab are considered on a case-by-case basis. Students wishing to conduct M.S. thesis research in the lab can email Dr. Costello (k.costello@ufl.edu) to discuss whether their research interests are a good fit with the lab’s current needs. Non-thesis students may find it challenging to fit research into their course schedule, but are encouraged to reach out if they are interested and have time available to commit to research. These positions are typically unpaid unless the student has existing research funding. Unpaid M.S. positions can sometimes lead to funded Ph.D. positions in the lab.

Other positions

We are not currently hiring for other specific positions in the lab, however, you are welcome to contact Dr. Costello (k.costello@ufl.edu) at any time with questions and/or a statement of interest. These will be considered on a case-by-case basis.