The Scholes Lab welcomes creative and driven students with interests in environmental engineering and chemistry.
We believe that working as a team of individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives is critical to advancing environmental health, sustainability, and equity. We recognize that historical and present-day marginalization creates barriers that limit the equal participation of individuals from diverse backgrounds (e.g., women and gender minorities, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities). We strive to mitigate these barriers, support the success of individuals from underrepresented groups, and create a welcoming environment for all.
Undergraduate research positions
We frequently have opportunities for excellent undergraduate students to participate in our group as research assistants. UBC students may be eligible for co-op placements in our lab or part-time positions through Work Learn. Paid summer positions are available for students who receive external funding, such as the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award. Eligible students interested in applying should contact me via email to discuss opportunities.
MASc and PhD student positions
I am currently seeking PhD students to join my group. If you are interested in applying, please fill out the interest form linked here.
Your chances of admission to graduate programs are higher if you receive external fellowships. Some examples of external fellowships are provided below:
NSERC Graduate Scholarships: Eligible students interested in applying should
contact me to discuss writing a proposal together no later than November 1 of
the year prior to starting your graduate studies.
International students may consider applying for Fulbright graduate student awards and fellowships from the American Water Works Association (U.S. citizens), the PEO International Peace Scholarship (non-U.S./Canadian citizens), Faculty for the Future, and other programs. Please verify your eligibility for fellowships and reach out well before the deadline to apply.
Postdoctoral researcher positions
Postdoctoral positions are available upon joint application for funding. If you are interested in working together on a fellowship or grant application, please reach out via the interest form linked here.
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