Description
The Price Faculty of Engineering at the University of Manitoba is actively seeking talented individuals to fill four graduate research positions—two for Master of Science (M.Sc.) and two for doctoral (Ph.D.) studies. Under the supervision of Professor YoungJin Cha within the Department of Civil Engineering, successful candidates will contribute to a dynamic research group focused on innovative engineering technologies. As outlined in the official recruitment these roles are designed for self-driven students eager to advance structural health monitoring and autonomous systems. The selected researchers will gain valuable experience working on cutting-edge technical projects while preparing for impactful careers in both academia and industry.
Research Focus Areas
Admitted graduate students will concentrate their research efforts on one or more of the following specialized topics:
- Applying advanced computer vision techniques to monitor structural health.
- Developing digital twins and engaging in precise 3D reconstruction.
- Utilizing advanced deep learning models for accurate damage assessment.
- Working with advanced autonomous robotic platforms, specifically unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for these graduate opportunities, applicants must demonstrate the following qualifications:
- A history of strong academic achievement.
- A high level of self-motivation and a genuine passion for academic research.
- Exceptional interpersonal abilities and a proven capacity for effective teamwork.
- For international students, fulfillment of the University of Manitoba's official English-language proficiency requirements.
- Readiness to submit a full graduate program application within a one-month timeframe.
Financial Support & Benefits
The research group ensures that its students are financially backed so they can focus entirely on their studies:
- Financial support is provided to all admitted graduate students.
- Candidates will have the chance to secure additional funding by applying for university and external scholarships.
- Opportunities are available to apply for paid teaching assistant (TA) positions within the faculty.
Application Process
The application procedure is streamlined to quickly identify top candidates. Interested individuals should follow these steps:
- Prepare the mandatory application materials listed below.
- Email the complete document package directly to Professor YoungJin Cha at young.cha@umanitoba.ca.
- Selected applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in an online interview.
- Following a successful interview, candidates will be formally encouraged to submit their application to the university's graduate program.
Required Documents
Ensure your initial email application includes the following materials:
- A comprehensive and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Digital copies of all your academic transcripts.
- An official English-language proficiency test score (mandatory for applicable international applicants).
