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Position Opening: MSc Position in Teleconnections with Hudson Bay Climate

Applications are invited for an MSc position at the University of Manitoba in Physical Geography with an emphasis on atmospheric and oceanic teleconnections with the climate of Hudson Bay. Funding is guaranteed for two years with a minimum stipend of $25,000 per year. (Highly qualified candidates may earn more with scholarships.) Because of the funding source, this position must start Fall 2026, which means only applicants who are already residing in Canada and/or are Canadian or US citizens are able to meet the University's application deadline (May 15, 2026).

Research Overview

Past research into climate variability over Hudson Bay and surrounding land has demonstrated correlations with several modes of atmospheric and oceanic variability, including El Niño-Southern Oscillation, Atlantic Multidecadal Variability, and the North Atlantic Oscillation. However, in summer months, one of the strongest teleconnections is with the North and East Pacific Ocean (i.e., the EP-NP Pattern). We are seeking an MSc student to investigate the potential causal links in this teleconnection pattern, the phase of which has implications for wind direction, sea ice variability, and the frequency and intensity of atmospheric and marine heatwaves. Analysis will be conducted using a variety of historical data sources, including atmospheric reanalysis.

Applicants with a variety of academic backgrounds and work/life experiences are welcome. Previous students working with me have come from geography, geology, environmental science, physics, engineering, and computer science. The ideal applicant will have…

a) enthusiasm for climatology and data analysis, 

b) a strong background in atmospheric physics, and

c) competence in coding (e.g., Python, MatLab, R) and statistical analysis

About the Institution

The student will be enrolled in the Department of Environment and Geography, University of Manitoba – located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. They will also be part of the Centre for Earth Observation Science (CEOS), housed in the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. CEOS is a research centre founded in 1994, with a mandate to research, preserve and communicate knowledge of Earth system processes. CEOS is multidisciplinary and collaborative, drawing on researchers from different areas and faculties at the University and elsewhere.

Application Information

To apply, please send a short (1 page) statement of your relevant background, experience, and aspirations for this position, as well as your CV or resume, University transcripts, and the contact information for two referees. Application materials and any questions should be sent by email to Dr. Alex Crawford (alex.crawford@umanitoba.ca).

The successful applicant will submit paperwork to Faculty by May 15, 2026. Therefore, I need materials by April 30, 2026.