McGill Polar Remote Sensing Group Fully Funded Arctic Sea-Ice Radar PhD, 2027
McGill University
Dr Mallik Mahmud’s McGill lab is recruiting a fully funded PhD student for Fall 2027 to study Arctic sea ice with multi-frequency radar imagery. Funding combines awards, research assistantships and teaching assistantships; the exact amount is not stated. Contact the lab early and submit the Geography PhD application by 15 January 2027 for guaranteed consideration.
The Polar Remote Sensing Research Group at McGill University in Montréal is recruiting a PhD student for Fall 2027. The project studies Arctic sea ice using multi-frequency synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and may involve Arctic field campaigns. The lab states that the position is fully funded through a combination of award, research assistantship and teaching assistantship support; it does not publish a package amount or fee breakdown. Candidates should have an MSc in remote sensing, geography, physics, engineering or a closely related field, hands-on radar-data experience including backscatter and polarimetry, advanced programming, and strong scientific writing. Email Dr Mallik Mahmud at mallik.mahmud@mcgill.ca with the subject “PhD application – sea ice radar”; briefly describe past and proposed work and attach a CV and unofficial transcript. Also submit the formal McGill Geography graduate application. The department’s 15 January deadline guarantees consideration; later files may be considered at its discretion.
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Benefits
The lab describes the PhD opening as fully funded through an award plus research and teaching assistantships. It does not state a cash amount, duration or separate tuition-fee terms; confirm the offer details with the supervisor.
Eligibility summary
The PhD call does not list a nationality restriction. Applicants need to meet McGill Geography doctoral admission and English-language requirements. The lab seeks a relevant master’s degree and substantial radar and programming experience; prospective students should contact Dr Mahmud before applying.
Requirements
MSc in remote sensing, geography, physics, engineering or a related field; hands-on radar data experience, including backscatter and polarimetry; advanced programming; strong scientific writing. Interest in Arctic field campaigns is expected.
Documents required
First email Dr Mallik Mahmud a short account of prior and proposed work plus CV and unofficial transcript. Then submit the formal McGill Geography PhD application with the department’s required research statement and supporting documents.
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