University of Colorado Boulder CryoBioGeo-Sensing Lab PhD Positions 2027
University of Colorado Boulder
Dr. Alia Khan is recruiting PhD students for fall 2027 in cryosphere remote sensing and snow biogeochemistry. The lab advertises full tuition, an academic-year stipend of at least about USD 3,224 per month, 90% health-care coverage, and a typical relocation scholarship of about USD 5,000. Contact the lab with a résumé and statement of interest.
The CryoBioGeo-Sensing group at the University of Colorado Boulder has two research directions: remote sensing of cryosphere darkening in Antarctica and Greenland, and snow algae/biogeochemistry using field, laboratory, and remote sensing methods. Students may pursue an appropriate home degree programme, including Aerospace Engineering Sciences or Environmental Engineering. The lab invites prospective fall 2027 PhD students to review its work and email Dr. Alia L. Khan. The official page does not state an application deadline, so applicants should confirm timing with the group and the relevant graduate programme.
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Benefits
Full tuition payment; academic-year stipend of at least approximately USD 3,224 per month; 90% health-care coverage; and a relocation scholarship typically around USD 5,000. Confirm exact award terms with the lab.
Eligibility summary
A bachelor’s degree in science or engineering is required. Remote sensing applicants need scientific programming, strong writing, and capacity for cold-weather fieldwork. Snow biogeochemistry applicants need wet-lab research experience, strong writing, interest in polar work, and fieldwork capacity. Both role descriptions specify a valid driver’s licence and ability to lift about 50 pounds. Check the official page for track-specific preferred skills and degree prerequisites.
Requirements
Documents required
Prepare a detailed résumé and a statement of interest explaining how your experience fits the lab. Email Dr. Alia L. Khan using the contact on the official lab page. The graduate programme may require a separate formal application.
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