There are open funded PhD positions available in the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia for interested individuals to work on advancing the performance and scalability of electrochemical flow systems for clean energy applications.
Qualifications:
• A Master’s degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (highly qualified applicants with a bachelor’s degree interested in a direct PhD are also considered.)
• Strong background in electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering
• These positions require frequent international travel. Preference will be given to candidates holding Canadian or U.S. citizenship, or citizenship from countries with established visa waiver agreements with Canada and its major research partners.
If you are interested, please send your CV and a cover letter, explaining your motivation, to kiana.amini@ubc.ca with the subject “PhD applicant: [your name]”. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I have sent an email regarding joining your lab but have received no response. What does this mean?
A: Firstly, thank you for expressing your interest in joining the lab. Please be assured that I read all emails and give them a thorough assessment. However, due to the large volume of emails received it is impossible to respond to each one regarding applications. If you haven’t received a response within a week, please understand that I may have moved on with other applications that better fit the position. This doesn’t reflect on your expertise; it simply means the match wasn’t ideal. Continue your search, and best of luck!
Q: Should I send reminders about my application?
A: Please do not send reminders. I read each and every email thoroughly, so reminders are not needed.
Q: What should I include in my email when requesting to join your lab?
A: Please attach your CV and provide an explanation in the email about why you are interested in this lab and research. I strongly suggest that you familiarize yourself with the overall idea of our research and tailor the email accordingly. It is best to avoid sending template emails and generic messages.