UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN, COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY MASTER OF SCIENCE (MSC) IN PRECISION ORAL AND SYSTEMIC HEALTH (POSH) SCHOLARSHIP

LOCATION: Canada

The College of Dentistry extends an invitation to all prospective students who aspire to pursue a Master of Science (MSc) in Precision Oral and Systemic Health (POSH). Their MSc POSH program is actively seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our vibrant community of scholars. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and real-world impact, our program offers a unique opportunity for you to gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of precision oral and systemic health. 

ELIGIBILITY:

A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e., 60 credit units of coursework)

Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.

Professional degree in a relevant health sciences field (D.M.D., DDS, M.D., RN, PT, or equivalent) from a recognized university, or a four-year honors degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.

Research topics in this program will have a connection to oral health and will range across the spectrum of biomedical, precision health, public health, public policy, Indigenous and priority population health, and bioengineering. Throughout the program students will be exposed to research and training using state-of-the-art technology, a critical thinking approach, ethical considerations and clinical applications in a real-world context.

To join in on this journey of discovery and growth as a graduate student, contact the respective faculty member directly to schedule an interview and initiate the application process for becoming an MSc student (a list of faculty members can be found on the program website).

BENEFIT:

Funding from scholarships and teaching assistantships may be obtained on a competitive basis. Students will be encouraged to apply for both internal and external funding opportunities.

The college has four scholarships available to students each year. The amount of these scholarships varies and is approved by the Associate Dean of Academic. These scholarships will be competitive and will be awarded to the most accomplished PhD students every year.

Graduate students at USask can receive funding from a variety of sources to support their graduate education.

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FULLY FUNDED UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY MSC/PHD POSITIONS IN ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Application Deadline:  September 30, 2025

LOCATION: Canada

Dr. Anne Benneker, the Associate Professor in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Calgary Is excited to share two MSc/PhD positions in her research group, fully funded by an industry/NSERC collaborative project! Potential and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

ELIGIBILITY:

They are seeking two highly motivated, full-time MSc/Ph.D. students to join their collaborative research team in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the Schulich School of Engineering. In this position, the successful candidate(s) will work on an innovative project aimed at the development of an electrokinetic soil remediation method, in which both salts and hydrocarbons are to be removed. The project is a close collaboration between industrial partners and their team and provides opportunities to interact with partners and gain experience at different stages of the innovation chain.

They are inviting applications from interested individuals who have the following:
B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in chemical engineering, or a related discipline, preferably with a focus on separation processes or material development.
Experience in designing and conducting careful laboratory experiments.

Key Responsibilities will Include:
Conducting research in a responsible and ethical manner with a critical mindset.
Maintaining accurate records of experimental procedures and results.
Leading the preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
Presenting research findings to industrial partners and at scientific conferences
Actively managing collaborative work with other research groups.
Contributing to laboratory operations.
Supporting efforts related to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility.

They welcome applications from anyone with the requisite qualifications. Interested candidates should submit the following application materials to both Dr. Benneker (anne.benneker@ucalgary.ca) and Dr. Ponnurangam (sathish.ponnurangam@ucalgary.ca):
A cover letter highlighting their motivation for applying and their relevant qualifications for this position.
An up-to-date CV.
Contact information for at least two references.

Application Deadline:
Review of applications will begin September 30, 2025, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews. The anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2026, but it can be negotiated.

Applicants with questions regarding this position should contact Dr. Anne Benneker (anne.benneker@ucalgary.ca)

BENEFIT:

Fully funded by an industry/NSERC collaborative project!

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