PhD in Hydroclimate and Data Science: The University of Virginia’s Department of Environmental Sciences is offering a fully-funded PhD position under the supervision of Professors Kathleen Schiro and Antonios Mamalakis. This opportunity is for students interested in hydroclimate and data science. Enroll in the graduate program of the Department of Environmental Sciences to explore a wide range of research questions related to hydroclimate, climate change impacts, predictive skill improvement, and more.
Summary Table:
- Study Area: Hydroclimate, Data Science, Climate Science
- Scholarship Description: Fully-funded PhD position focusing on hydroclimate and data science research.
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, proficiency in English, and strong academic performance.
- Required Documents: CV (2 pages maximum) and a 1-page cover letter.
- How to Apply: Email application to npadtg@virginia.edu and kschiro@virginia.edu.
- Last Date: Application deadline for the graduate program is January 15, 2024.
Study Area:
- Hydroclimate
- Data Science
- Climate Science
Scholarship Description: The University of Virginia’s Department of Environmental Sciences is pleased to offer a fully-funded PhD position for students with a keen interest in hydroclimate and data science. Under the guidance of Professors Kathleen Schiro and Antonios Mamalakis, this opportunity includes a comprehensive exploration of hydroclimate research topics. Research areas encompass predicting hydroclimate across various timescales, utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for improved predictive skill, enhancing understanding of climate change impacts, and attributing hydroclimatic extremes, among other related questions.
Eligibility: To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric/Climate Science, Earth System Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.
- Possess a solid academic background, which may be indicated by GPA.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English.
- Have experience in Python, MatLab, or R.
- Be skilled in working with large datasets.
- Commit to the PhD program.
Required Documents: Interested candidates should submit their application via email, including:
- A CV (2 pages maximum)
- A 1-page cover letter solidifying their interest in the position and discussing qualifications.
How to Apply: Applicants should email their application materials to npadtg@virginia.edu and kschiro@virginia.edu. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted by the PIs for further discussion about their application before being encouraged to apply for the graduate program. The application deadline for the graduate program is January 15, 2024. We encourage early submission of materials by November 30 for full consideration.
Last Date: Don’t miss the application deadline for the graduate program, which is 15 January 2024. Apply now and seize this opportunity to delve into hydroclimate and data science research at the University of Virginia.
