To ensure the quality of graduate student education, our lab strictly controls the number of student members. Typically, there are only one Ph.D. and two to four M.Sc. opening positions in our lab every year. Students interested in integrated optics, nanophotonics, fiber sensing, and spectroscopy are welcome to join us. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for details.

There is one postdoctoral opening position in our lab. We provide a top-tier academic environment and an attractive salary to each researcher. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for details.

Our lab usually provides one part-time research assistant position for undergraduate students in the School of Precision Instruments and Opto-Electronics Engineering at Tianjin University during summer and winter vacations. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for details.

Q1. What can students learn in the group?
A1: In the group, students can receive comprehensive training for academic research and learn how to develop photonic chips for various applications. Moreover, Prof. Cheng fosters students' abilities in creative thinking, journal reading, academic manuscript writing, and academic presentation.
Q2. Do students have many opportunities to work closely with the professor？
A2: Yes. Prof. Cheng frequently discusses the projects with students and works with them.
Q3. Can students propose their projects for graduation？
A3: Yes. Prof. Cheng encourages students to think independently about their research. After discussing them with Prof. Cheng, students could propose projects for graduation.
Q4. What is the requirement for graduation？
A4: Students are required to become qualified researchers before graduation.
Q5. How about students' careers after graduation？
A5: Based on students' interests and career plans, Prof. Cheng can recommend joining famous academic groups for further study or entering the industry. Graduate students have joined Jilin University, PolyU of Hong Kong, Qualcomm Company, Beijing Gopptix Technology Company, and Shanghai Beeplux Company.