PhD Positions at Hydroclimate–Society Lab, University of Manitoba (Fall 2026)

[Donghoon Lee]

Dear colleagues,

The Hydroclimate–Society Lab at the University of Manitoba (Canada) is inviting applications for three Ph.D. positions starting in Fall 2026 (September). Our research integrates geospatial data science, Earth observation, climate forecast, and AI/ML to understand and address the impacts of climate extremes on hazards, agriculture, and society.

🔍 Research areas include:

• Climate forecasts and SWOT satellite data for water management
• Socio-environmental impacts of extreme heat and wildfires
• Climate data-driven hazard footprints and resilience metrics
• Crop yield monitoring and forecasting using Earth Observation
• Seamless sub-seasonal to decadal prediction of crop productivity

💡 What we offer:

• Competitive stipend and full tuition coverage (4 years)
• Access to advanced computing resources and research environment
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Professional development (conferences, workshops, leadership training, mentoring)

📄 For details, please see the job posting (also attached)

🗓️ Priority deadline: December 15, 2025 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis until filled).

👉 Interested candidates should complete the 2026F-GRA-Research Interest Form.

Best regards,

Donghoon Lee, Ph.D.

Tier-2 Canada Research Chair

Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering

Price Faculty of Engineering

University of Manitoba