Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Computational Science Professors and Supervisors in Canada
Professors in computational science in canada
49 professors found
Professor
University of Western Ontario
Canada
Research Interests
Educational Technology
Educational Psychology
Teaching And Learning
Education
Mathematics
Associate Professor
McGill University
Canada
Research Interests
Educational Psychology
Educational Technology
Teaching And Learning
Teacher Perception
Assessment And Measurement
University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Microeconomics
Organic Chemistry
Optimization Algorithm
Combinatorial Optimization
Mathematical Programming
The University of British Columbia
Canada
Research Interests
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
Computational Science
Water And Sanitation
Monitoring And Control
Assistant Professor
The University of British Columbia
Canada
Research Interests
Quantum Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Electronics
Quantum Criticality
Professor
University of Northern British Columbia
Canada
Research Interests
Petrochemical Engineering
Environmental Chemistry
Contaminant Remediation
Fuzzy System
Biogas Technology
Associate Professor
Polytechnique Montréal
Canada
Research Interests
Fluid Mechanics
Aerodynamics
Viscous Flow
Discontinuous Galerkin
Chemical Engineering
Associate Professor
University of Victoria
Canada
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Fluid Mechanics
Mean-field Theory
Ice Mechanics
Representation Theory
The University of British Columbia
Canada
Research Interests
Petrochemical Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Carbon Capture And Storage
Anaerobic Digestion
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Popular positions
Sadaf Saleh
University of Manitoba
Canada
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9 months ago
The CORE AI Lab at the University of Manitoba, led by Assistant Professor Sadaf Saleh, is seeking a motivated PhD student to join their research group in the Department of Computer Science. The primary research focus is on Generative AI, a cutting-edge area within artificial intelligence and machine learning. Candidates should possess strong programming skills, a solid foundation in mathematics and statistics, and a deep understanding of machine learning concepts. The position offers an opportun...
Computer Science
Machine Learning
Mathematics
+2 more
9 months ago
University of Manitoba
Canada
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9 months ago
The CORE AI Lab in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Manitoba is seeking a motivated PhD student to join their research team. The primary research focus will be on Generative AI, a cutting-edge area within artificial intelligence and machine learning. The ideal candidate should possess strong programming skills, a solid background in mathematics and statistics, and a deep understanding of machine learning concepts. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in advanc...
Computer Science
Machine Learning
Mathematics
+2 more
9 months ago
Concordia University
Canada
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4 months ago
Concordia University in Montreal, Canada is advertising a fully funded PhD position in Energy Storage Modelling and Intelligent Energy Management within the Volt-Age research environment. The project is supervised by Professor Karim Zaghib and is aimed at developing physics-based and data-driven models for battery charging, discharging, degradation, and lifecycle performance. The research focus includes battery management strategies , predictive modelling for battery degradation, state estimatio...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Electrical Engineering
+5 more
4 months 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
Popular professors
Professor
University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Structural Engineering
Solid Mechanics
Earthquake Engineering
Computational Mechanics
Steel Structure
Professor
University of Waterloo
Canada
Research Interests
Human-robot Interaction
Flight Dynamics
Optimal Control
Mobile Robotics
Obstacle Avoidance
Professeur
Université de Montréal
Canada
Research Interests
Internet Of Things
Electromagnetic
Radio Frequency Engineering
Wireless Communication
Mimo Systems
Opportunities these professors hire for
University of Calgary
Just Landed
Canada
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New Today
Just Landed
The Department of Mathematics & Statistics in the Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary is inviting applications for a one-year Postdoctoral Scholar appointment with the possibility of extension to a second year based on satisfactory performance. The scholar will carry out research under the direction and supervision of a faculty member in the department, with the expectation that the project aligns well with the department’s current research areas. This appointment is designed for a r...
Mathematics
Computational Science
Teaching And Learning
+4 more
New Today
Xuande Chen
Universite du Quebec Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski
Canada
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2 months ago
Fully funded PhD opportunity at Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR), Canada. The Infrastructure Durability and Multiphysics Modeling Lab (IDMML) is recruiting a PhD student for research on coastal infrastructure durability and service-life modeling . The project will study how real coastal microclimates affect the deterioration of reinforced concrete infrastructure. The student will work on field monitoring, sensor systems, concrete durability experiments, data analysis, and physics/data-driv...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Materials Science
+6 more
2 months ago
National Research Council Canada
Closing soon
Canada
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2 months ago
Closing soon
Canadian SKA Scientist Program — postdoctoral positions in astronomy and astrophysics at Canadian universities. The Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Centre, National Research Council of Canada, is funding up to two fixed-term positions in 2026 for early-career researchers to conduct independent research and contribute directly to SKA science . The program supports work on the Square Kilometre Array and its pathfinders, with a strong emphasis on innovative instrumentation, technology,...
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Astronomy
+4 more
2 months ago
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