Fully Funded Scholarship at the University of New Brunswick – Canada
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of New Brunswick is calling on Prospective Honours BSc, MSc and PhD students who are interested in doing collaborative research work in one of their labs headed by Dr Alex Zimmer to send their applications immediately.
The Zimmer lab in Saint John focuses on the physiological mechanisms that aquatic organisms, primarily fishes, employ to cope with environmental change and environmental extremes. They study the physiological responses to changes in salinity, freshwater acidification, pollution, and other environmentally relevant stressors. In particular, the group seeks to understand the underlying mechanisms governing these physiological responses using a wide variety of experimental approaches. They are looking for motivated students for MSc and PhD positions in multiple research areas with flexibility to fit the candidate’s interests: Ecophysiology of fishes inhabiting naturally acidic lakes; Genetic basis of salinity tolerance in estuarine fishes; Mechanisms of pollution adaptation in coastal and inland fishes; Developmental physiology of euryhaline fishes.
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is a supportive community dedicated to helping students achieve their full potential. With renowned faculty leading groundbreaking research, UNB offers a wide range of programs at its historic campuses in Fredericton and Saint John, as well as locations across Canada and internationally.
As Canada’s oldest English-language university, UNB provides a strong academic foundation for nearly 10,000 students from over 100 countries. Its small class sizes and diverse offerings, including unique programs like marine biology and accelerated leadership, create a stimulating learning environment. UNB also emphasizes entrepreneurship and innovation, empowering students to become future leaders.
The city of Saint John – Canada’s oldest city – is a vibrant port city that is currently experiencing a rejuvenation of its historical “Uptown” which is located next to the city’s port. It is also easy to escape the city, with several parks and nature reserves located within city limits or proximity (Rockwood Park, Irving Nature Park, national and provincial parks of the Bay of Fundy).
Study Programme: Postgraduate
Eligible Countries: All Countries
Country Host: Canada
Scholarship Reward: Fully funded, stipends
Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Meet the entry and admission requirements of the university
- Meet the English language requirements of the university
- Meet the requirements of the Department of Biological Sciences
- Prior experience working with fish or other aquatic organisms would be considered an asset but is not required.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Fully-funded stipends start at $23.5k CAD per year for MSc students and CAD 25k per year for PhD students, before tuition and fees.
- Flexible start dates of January, May or September 2025
Required Documents
- Description of your research interests
- CV
- List of technical skills
Application Process
Interested candidates should send an email to Alex Zimmer ([email protected]) that includes an academic CV, a list of technical skills, and a description of your research interests.
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Application Deadline
Unspecified