The University of Calgary offers fully funded graduate positions for Master’s and Doctoral students, providing opportunities to engage in industry/NSERC collaborative projects and gain practical experience.

  • 🎓 Fully Funded Graduate Opportunity: The University of Calgary Scholarship 2026 offers full funding for Master’s and Ph.D. students, covering tuition and living expenses.
  • 🔬 Research-Focused: Supports students contributing to an industry/NSERC collaborative project, providing hands-on experience across stages of the innovation chain.
  • 🧪 Eligibility: Open to candidates with B.Sc. or M.Sc. degrees in chemical engineering or related disciplines, ideally with experience in separation processes or material development.
  • 📋 Key Responsibilities: Conduct ethical research, maintain accurate experimental records, lead scientific publications, present findings to industry partners, collaborate with research groups, and support laboratory operations and EDI initiatives.
  • 🏢 Supervision & Team: Project supervised by Prof. Anne Benneker in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary.
  • 🏙️ University Highlights: Top 250 globally ranked, strong industry partnerships, research excellence, diverse student body (130+ countries), sustainability initiatives, and a robust alumni network.
  • 📝 Application Requirements: Cover letter, CV, and two references. Submit to Dr. Anne Benneker and Dr. Sathish Ponnurangam.
  • ⏰ Deadline & Start Date: Review begins September 30, 2025; position filled upon selection. Anticipated start January 1, 2026 (negotiable).
  • 🌐 Contact Info: Questions can be directed to anne.benneker@ucalgary.ca.
  • 💡 Opportunity Summary: Two highly motivated full-time MSc/Ph.D. positions available, offering research experience, industrial collaboration, and strong academic mentorship.

Designation

Graduate Scholarship

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CategoryDetails
Scholarship NameUniversity of Calgary Scholarship
Research AreaChemical Engineering and related disciplines
LocationCalgary, Canada
EligibilityB.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in chemical engineering or related discipline
DurationGranting scholarships for 2 MSc/Ph.D. students
BenefitsFully funded (tuition and living expenses covered)
Application DeadlineReview begins on September 30, 2025 (Position will be filled as suitable candidates are found)

Research Area

  • Focus on separation processes or material development within chemical engineering.

Location

  • University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Eligibility/Qualification

  • B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in chemical engineering or related discipline.
  • Preferably experience in designing and conducting laboratory experiments.

Description

The University of Calgary Graduate Scholarship offers highly motivated, full-time MSc/Ph.D. students the chance to be part of a collaborative research team in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the Schulich School of Engineering. Scholars will work under the supervision of Professor Anne Benneker, focusing on innovative research in collaboration with industrial partners. Responsibilities include conducting research, maintaining accurate records, preparing scientific documents, and contributing to laboratory operations, along with a focus on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following application materials:

  • A cover letter that outlines motivation and relevant qualifications.
  • An up-to-date CV.
  • Contact information for at least two references.

Applications should be sent to:

  • Dr. Anne Benneker (anne.benneker@ucalgary.ca)
  • Dr. Sathish Ponnurangam (sathish.ponnurangam@ucalgary.ca)

Last Date to Apply

  • Review of applications starts on September 30, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.