Studying in Canada has become easier as applications are open for the Simon Fraser University Scholarship 2024.
The application deadline for the Simon Fraser University Scholarship in Canada is July 26, 2024.
The Simon Fraser University Scholarship offers equal opportunities for interested applicants to grow, develop, and succeed. If selected, you will receive a stipend of $30,000 CAD per year to support your graduate studies in Canada. Drs. Elizabeth Gow and David Green are looking for a PhD student to join their research teams through the Simon Fraser University Scholarship.
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Both researchers lead a supportive research group that creates an equitable and inclusive environment for all members, providing equal opportunities for growth, development, and success. We strongly encourage applications from members of traditionally under-represented groups.
The student will work on expanding existing mark-recapture datasets and motus tracking data for several urban non-breeding sparrow species (e.g., golden-crowned sparrows, dark-eyed juncos, spotted towhees, American robin) that spend the non-breeding season in urban parks and yards.
Interested applicants for the Simon Fraser University scholarships must ensure they meet the following requirements:
- be proficient enough at handling, banding, and aging passerines independently to get a bird banding sub-permit within the first year of their PhD.
- be willing to work and live in metro Vancouver and conduct fieldwork during the winter.
- be eager to engage and work alongside members of the public including in people’s yards and other public areas.
- Being experienced in using GIS and R, as well as fieldwork in ecology would be an asset.
- be proficient in BC bird identification skills by sight and sound.
- The student will be working with and leading large field crews so the ability to manage, schedule, and communicate with a diversity of people is highly beneficial.
How To Apply For Simon Fraser University scholarships:
To be considered for the 2024 Simon Fraser University Scholarship, please send the following documents to elizabethgow@sfu.ca and digreen@sfu.ca by 26 July 2024:
- Your unofficial transcript
- Your CV
- A cover letter explaining how you meet the qualifications mentioned above
- A 1-page personal statement detailing your accomplishments, challenges, and background
- Contact information for three references