Summary
The Synthetic Aperture Radar Laboratory (SARLab) at Simon Fraser University (SFU) is seeking inspiring and talented individuals for fully funded MSc and PhD Research Assistantship positions. These positions offer competitive funding, cutting-edge research opportunities, and exceptional mentorship within the field of remote sensing, particularly Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) applications.
Designation
- MSc Research Assistant
- PhD Research Assistant
Research Area
The primary research area is Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and its applications in remote sensing. Specific projects may involve SAR mapping applications for Canada’s North or airborne SAR capabilities for wildfire risk, severity mapping, and firefighting support.
Location
Simon Fraser University (SFU), Canada.
Eligibility/Qualification
Student Profile
- Passionate research interest and a strong background in remote sensing.
- Solid programming skills (including C++ and Python).
- Strong scientific writing skills and high motivation to produce publishable results.
- A very good command of English, both spoken and written, demonstrated by one of the following:
- Internet-based TOEFL: 93 with a minimum of 20 in each category.
- Paper-based TOEFL: 580 and TWE 5.
- IELTS academic: Overall band score of 7.0 (academic test, NOT general) with a minimum of 6.5 in each section.
Scholarship Description
What We Offer
- Highly competitive funded Research Assistantship (RA):
| Degree Level | Starting Annual Stipend | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSc | CAD$28,000/yr | 2 years guaranteed |
| PhD | CAD$32,000/yr | 4 years guaranteed |
Stipends increase after publishing a first paper. Additionally, through the School of Engineering Science’s Graduate Fellowship (GF) and/or Teaching Assistantship Program (TA), applicants generally receive an additional CAD$15,000/yr or more, which is typically sufficient to cover tuition fees.
- Exceptional creative freedom in research and potential collaborations across SFU departments and other universities.
- Free access to all RADARSAT-2 satellite data and many other exclusive remote sensing datasets.
- Top-notch equipment such as a high-powered experimental GPU server and SARLab’s own airborne SAR sensor.
- Passionate mentoring and supervision.
- Optional: Direct project-based collaboration with MDA, with the potential for future career possibilities.
How to Apply
If you are interested in an MSc or PhD position with the Synthetic Aperture Radar Laboratory (SARLab), please send an email inquiry to Prof. Bernhard Rabus.
Your inquiry email must include:
- Your CV
- Academic Transcript
- Cover Letter
Apply Link
Email your inquiry to: btrabus@sfu.ca
