Fuji Jian

Funded M.Sc. and PhD opportunities are available in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba in Canada, within the Grain Storage and Post-Harvest Technology Lab under the supervision of Prof. Fuji Jian . The positions are for international students starting in Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 . Financial support is available through graduate assistantships and research stipends . Research areas include multiphase heat and mass transfer modeling using CFD , DEM modeling of grain separation and airflow resistance, insect pest dynamics and spread, data-driven modeling of grain ecosystems, intelligent sensor development for insect detection, and quality control of stored products such as cereals and potatoes. M.Sc. applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Biosystems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field. PhD applicants should hold a master's degree in a related engineering discipline and preferably have a strong research record with publications. Preferred skills include fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer and mass transfer, programming, mathematical modeling, numerical simulation, and strong English scientific writing skills. To apply, email Prof. Fuji Jian with a CV, academic transcripts, publications list if available, proof of English proficiency, and a short statement of research interests and modeling/programming experience.

Graduate positions are available in Grain Storage and Post-Harvest Technology at the University of Manitoba , within the Department of Biosystems Engineering and the Grain Storage and Post-Harvest Technology Lab . The lab is seeking applicants for M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs beginning in Fall 2026 / Winter 2027 under the supervision of Prof. Fuji Jian . Research areas include CFD-based heat and mass transfer modeling, DEM simulation for grain separation and airflow resistance, pest population modeling, grain ecosystem simulation, insect sensor development, and quality monitoring of stored products such as grain and potato. Funding is available through graduate assistantships and research stipends. Eligibility : M.Sc. applicants should have a B.Sc. degree in Engineering or a related discipline. Ph.D. applicants should have an M.Sc. degree in an engineering discipline with a strong research/publication record. Preferred skills include fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, programming, numerical modeling, and strong English communication skills. How to apply : Interested applicants should email Prof. Fuji Jian directly with a comprehensive CV, full academic transcripts and publications, proof of English language proficiency, and a brief statement of research interest highlighting programming and numerical modeling experience.