University of Calgary is seeking two highly motivated, full-time MSc/Ph.D. students to join their collaborative research team in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the Schulich School of Engineering. In this position, the successful candidate(s) will work on an innovative project aimed at the development of an electrokinetic soil remediation method, in which both salts and hydrocarbons are to be removed. The project is a close collaboration between industrial partners and their team, and provides opportunities to interact with partners and gain experience at different stages of the innovation chain.
Key Responsibilities will Include:
- Conducting research in a responsible and ethical manner with a critical mindset.
- Maintaining accurate records of experimental procedures and results.
- Leading the preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Presenting research findings to industrial partners and at scientific conferences
- Actively managing collaborative work with other research groups.
- Contributing to laboratory operations.
- Supporting efforts related to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility.
Founded in 1966, University of Calgary is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Calgary (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Alberta. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Alberta, University of Calgary (UCalgary) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Calgary (UCalgary) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Canadian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.