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Wenbo Zheng

1 year ago

Tailings storage facility (TSF) safety and resilience University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) in Canada

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Fully Funded

Deadline

Expired

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Canada

University

University of Northern British Columbia

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Hydrology
Civil Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Water Resource Management
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About this position

3 Fully Funded PhD Opportunities in Geotechnical and Hydrological Engineering at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)

?? Please share - 3 Fully Funded PhD Positions – Geotechnical & Hydrological Engineering
?? University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) , Canada
?? Start: Jan 2026 | Apply by: May 23, 2025
The School of Engineering at UNBC is offering three PhD opportunities in partnership with a major BC mine to improve tailings storage facility (TSF) safety and resilience through advanced monitoring & modelling. Get hands-on field experience, engage in industry collaboration, and have a chance to start a rewarding career in the Canadian mining sector.
?? Choose your research focus:
1?? TSF Seepage Flow Modelling
2?? TSF Deformation & Stability
3?? Sustainable Water Resources Management
? Requirements:
·        MSc in geotech or water resources (GPA = 3.33/4.33)
·        Field readiness + driver’s license
·        Research experience is a plus
·        All qualified applicants welcome – diversity encouraged!
?? Apply here:
https://lnkd.in/gHCVUT8n ?? ??
?? Info for international applicants: https://lnkd.in/gfDrkZWd
????? Supervised by:
Dr. Wenbo Zheng
& Dr. Mauricio Dziedzic

?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gUw6UfNF | https://lnkd.in/gT6-Bcqw
Industry Advisors: Dr. Gizachew Demissie, PhD, PEng & Dr. Sam Nunoo & Patrick Green

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Rock Mechanics

Geotechnical Engineering

Geomechanics

Porosity Analysis

Geological Engineering