Université Laval is offering a funded PhD opportunity in anthropology, focusing on the experiences of deaf people who use cochlear implants. The position is part of the multi-year CIHR-funded project "deafnesses," led by Professor Stephanie Lloyd. The research will document experiences with cochlear implants, identify gaps in clinical and research measurement, catalogue what users want to be known about their experiences, and mobilize interdisciplinary expertise to analyze diverse data sets. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team, including international partners from Australia and the United States, and will be trained in project management, methods, analysis, and knowledge mobilization. The PhD student will receive $24,000 CAD per year for four years, plus research expenses, and may access up to $16,000 CAD in merit-based funding. Additional scholarships and funding opportunities are available at Université Laval. The research will form the basis of the student's dissertation, and the student will have opportunities to collaborate, present, and publish with the team. Applicants should have a background in anthropology, with preference for those experienced in science and technology studies and critical disability studies. Both English and French are important for the position. Application materials include a CV, a brief letter of interest, a 1-page summary of current/past interests, a 1-page sketch of research direction, and two academic references. The deadline for applications is 15 February 2026, with the start of studies in autumn 2026. Late applications may be considered if the position remains unfilled. For more information, contact Professor Stephanie Lloyd at [email protected].

A funded PhD opportunity is available at Université Laval in Quebec City, Canada, focusing on topics related to deafness, cochlear implants, sensory development, and neurotechnologies. The position is based in the Department of Anthropology and is part of a multi-year CIHR-funded project led by Professor Stephanie Lloyd. The research aims to document the experiences of deaf people who use cochlear implants, identify what is measured in clinical and research spaces, catalogue relevant experiences, and mobilize interdisciplinary expertise to understand these experiences more deeply. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team, including international partners from Australia and the United States, and will have the opportunity to develop their own research interests within the overarching project themes. The student will be trained in project management, methods, analysis, and knowledge mobilization, and will be encouraged to present their work in seminars and workshops. Applicants should have a background in anthropology, with expertise in science and technology studies and critical disability studies preferred. Both English and French are important for the position. The funding package includes $24,000 per year for four years, plus research expenses, with the possibility of up to $16,000 in additional merit-based funding and access to other scholarships at Université Laval. The start of studies is expected in fall 2026, and the application deadline is 15 February 2026. To apply, candidates should email Professor Stephanie Lloyd with a CV, a brief letter describing their interests and fit with the project, details on current and past interests (1 page max.), a sketch of a possible research direction (1 page max.), and the names of two academic references. For more information, applicants can visit the Department of Anthropology at Université Laval or contact Professor Lloyd directly.