A PhD position is available starting in Fall 2020 in the Aerosol-Biosphere-Climate Interactions (ABCI) research group at Michigan Technological University. The successful applicant will work on an interdisciplinary project on understanding the influence of climate variations and human activities on the land-cover/land-use change and atmospheric composition using coupled climate models and remote sensing. Applicants should apply through the Atmospheric Science PhD program.
The applicant is expected to have a BS or MS in Atmospheric science, Meteorology, or related disciplines, and have experiences with atmospheric modeling or satellite data. Interested applicants should send CV and contact Prof. Xin Xi before applying (xinxi [AT] mtu.edu).
Michigan Tech, established in 1885, is a nationally recognized research university. It is ranked in the top tier of national universities, according to the U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges.” Princeton Review’s “Best 384 Colleges” recently ranked the university a “tech powerhouse”, and our campus is consistently recognized among the safest in the United States. Michigan Tech is located in Michigan’s scenic Upper Peninsula, on the south shore of Lake Superior. Houghton was recently named one of the 100 best small towns in America and the local community provides excellent resources conducive to quality family life. The area is known for natural beauty, pleasant summers, abundant snowfall, and all-season outdoor activities. Numerous cultural events and the diversity of residents from around the world come together to provide a superb living experience.