Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Microscopy in Canada
Positions in microscopy in canada
2 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in microscopy in Canada include McMaster University and Université Laval.
McMaster University
Canada
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1 week ago
The Canadian Centre for Electron Microscopy at McMaster University is advertising a Postdoc position in Novel FIB-SEM and Ion Source Design . This opportunity is especially relevant for researchers with interests in materials science , physics , electrical engineering , microscopy , semiconductors , and ion source design . The post highlights work connected to semiconductor process R&D and reverse engineering, suggesting a highly technical, instrumentation-focused research environment. The annou...
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Microscopy
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1 week ago
Université Laval
Canada
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2 months ago
PhD position available in biochemistry / molecular biology at Université Laval in Québec City, Canada, in the ELOWE Lab (Axis of Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, CR-CHU de Québec and Université Laval). The project focuses on ZNF768 , a fast-evolving zinc-finger transcription factor linked to cell cycle progression , genome stability , aneuploidy , and cancer . The successful candidate will investigate how ZNF768 controls G0 exit, proliferation, mitotic regulation, and lung adenocarcinoma biol...
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Biology
+7 more
2 months ago
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Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
Germany
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1 week ago
PhD opportunity in high-throughput chemical conversion treatments for light metals at Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, Germany. The Department of Electrochemistry and Big Data at Hereon is offering a 3-year PhD position (part-time, 19.5 h/week) in Geesthacht near Hamburg. The project sits at the intersection of chemistry, electrochemistry, materials science, automation, and machine learning, with a strong focus on developing environmentally friendly chemical conversion coatings for aluminium and magnes...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Artificial Intelligence
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1 week ago
Luca Susmel
Sheffield Hallam University
United Kingdom
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2 weeks ago
PhD opportunity at Sheffield Hallam University in corrosion fatigue , structural integrity , fracture mechanics , and materials science . The project is titled “Corrosion Pits as Growing Notches: A New Paradigm for Corrosion–Fatigue Interaction” and aims to investigate how corrosion pits evolve and interact with fatigue loading to improve understanding and prediction of structural failure. This is a PhD scholarship advertised by Luca Susmel , Professor of Structural Integrity and Head of Researc...
Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
+2 more
2 weeks ago
Living costs in Canada
Estimated costs in Canada.
MonthlyYearly | Canada |
|---|---|
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | C$1.6k $1,200/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | C$979 $720/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | C$1.3k $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | C$11.4k $8,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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United States
Research Interests
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The University of Texas at Arlington
United States
Research Interests
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Sejong University
South Korea
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
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Materials Science
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McGill University
Canada
Research Interests
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Microscopy
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University of Toronto Mississauga
Canada
Research Interests
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Medical Imaging
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University of Alberta
Canada
Research Interests
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.