Now HIRING!!!
MSc student ( or potentially PhD) to examine the microbial ecology of enigmatic conical stromatolites in Lake Untersee, Antarctica
Students interested in the position should have relevant degrees or prior experience in biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, microbiology, or cell and molecular biology. Prior experience with bioinformatics would be considered an asset.
Students from historically excluded groups are STRONGLY encouraged to apply including those who identify as women, Black, Indigenous, people of colour, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. The position is open to domestic Canadian students only. Please note – though the listed requirements are ideal, they are NOT must-haves. For example, if you do not have a strong bioinformatics background, but think that you would be a strong candidate, please apply anyway.
Students interested in these positions are welcome to apply to the email: goordial@uoguelph.ca with the subject title: “Untersee student application”
Please include:
1. A Research statement (less than one page) including a narrative of how the outlined project would contribute to your own personal goals and prior relevant experience that is not apparent from a transcript or CV.
2. A CV
3. Unofficial transcripts
Review of applications will begin immediately ( deadline for application Dec 1, 2023).
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I am always happy to talk with prospective students and postdoctoral fellows interested in pursuing scholarship or fellowship opportunities with my group. Please get in touch via email (goordial@uoguelph.ca) with your research interests ( a cover letter, your transcripts, a CV).
Some scholarships/fellowships you may be eligible for:
Federal and Provincial sources: https://graduatestudies.uoguelph.ca/current/funding/scholarships/gov-fundedawards
Internal at the University of Guelph:
https://graduatestudies.uoguelph.ca/current/funding/scholarships/internal
External: https://graduatestudies.uoguelph.ca/current/funding/scholarships/externalawards
Weston Family Foundation in Northern Research: https://www.westonfoundation.org/our-initiatives/science-in-canadas-north/awards-fellowships-page/
Liber Ero fellowship program ( Postdoc): http://liberero.ca/fellowship-details/