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Ferri Hassani

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1 year ago

Mining and Materials Engineering McGill University in Canada

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Mechanical Engineering

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not provided

Deadline

Dec 28, 2026

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Canada

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McGill University

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Heat Transfer
Fluid Mechanics
Civil Engineering
Energy Engineering
Mining Engineering
Rock Mechanics
Mineral Processing
Geomechanics
Fem
Optimisation

About this position

Open PhD Positions at McGill University

We are excited to announce PhD opportunities in the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering at McGill University (Faculty of Engineering), starting Fall 2026. The successful candidates will join the Geomechanics Laboratory (Prof. Ferri Hassani ) and the Mine Multiphysics Laboratory (Prof. Agus P Sasmito ) to work on cutting-edge research in geomechanics, mining, materials, and energy systems.

Eligibility:
? Strong academic background (Mechanical, Mining, Materials, Civil/Geotechnical, or Chemical Engineering, or related fields).
? Demonstrated excellence in areas such as heat transfer, fluid mechanics, FEM, CFD, rock mechanics, mineral processing, and optimization.
? Research experience through projects, internships, presentations, or publications.
? Excellent communication skills; motivation for industry-oriented research.

Why McGill?
? Join Canada’s oldest and globally ranked Mining Engineering program (founded in 1871).
? Engage in world-class research with access to top-tier facilities.
? Be part of a diverse and collaborative research community.

How to Apply:
Please see the attached posting for full details and apply through the online application form: https://lnkd.in/eHPh7qqk
For inquiries: [email protected]

What's required

Applicants must have a strong academic background in Mechanical, Mining, Materials, Civil/Geotechnical, or Chemical Engineering, or related fields. Demonstrated excellence in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, FEM, CFD, rock mechanics, mineral processing, and optimization is required. Research experience through projects, internships, presentations, or publications is expected. Excellent communication skills and motivation for industry-oriented research are essential.

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Research Interests

Mineral Processing

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Geomechanics

Mechanical Engineering

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Professor at McGill University

University Name
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Canada

Research Interests

Energy Engineering

Mineral Processing

Mining Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

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