This project addresses rising urban heat and climate risks. It uses sensors, AI, and climate modeling to predict health impacts and improve city planning. The goal is to develop energy-efficient upgrades and green infrastructure in areas most affected by extreme heat—especially for seniors and Indigenous communities. The research helps guide real-life projects like Net-Zero neighborhoods and supports fair, science-based climate policies.
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Summary
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Benefits
- Fully funded PhD position with a guaranteed stipend of $35,000/year for four years, plus support for conferences, fieldwork, and collaborative projects.
- Opportunity to contribute to real-world climate adaptation strategies through Concordia’s Volt-Age program, advancing urban resilience and equity in Canadian cities.
- Hands-on experience in urban field ecology, microclimate data collection, spatial analysis, and the development of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) datasets.
- Collaboration within an interdisciplinary research team, including ecologists, engineers, urban planners, and public policy experts, addressing the challenges of urban heat and environmental justice.
- Access to advanced research tools, including GIS platforms, environmental sensors, and urban microclimate modeling software (e.g., iTree, Envi-MET).
- Structured mentorship and professional development, with opportunities to publish in top ecology and urban sustainability journals and present at leading conferences.
- A dynamic research environment at Concordia University’s Loyola Campus in Montreal, within a vibrant community of scholars dedicated to sustainability, biodiversity, and urban innovation.
Requirements
- MSc in a relevant field (e.g., biology, ecology, forestry, geography, environmental sciences, engineering, or urban planning), with interest in plant ecology, urban biodiversity, and green infrastructure.
- Experience with GIS and spatial analysis, strong data management and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities and a collaborative mindset.
- Proactive in learning new ecological methods and integrating engineering/built environment approaches.
- Field experience with urban vegetation and familiarity with urban microclimate modeling tools (e.g., iTree, Envi-MET) are considered assets.
- Sufficient knowledge of climate modeling and demonstrated experience or potential to be trained in the use of climate modeling tools (e.g., WRF, GEM).
- Ability to communicate in French is an advantage but not required.
Application Documents
- Cover letter expressing your interest in working in this position
- Academic CV
- Transcripts
- Names and contact information of 2 referees
- Writing sample
- Publications, if any
- Any other documents that might benefit your file
Applications must be in screen-readable PDF.
Application Deadline
September 1, 2025How To Apply
Please combine the following documents into a single PDF file.
- Cover letter expressing your interest in working in this position
- Academic CV
- Transcripts
- Names and contact information of 2 referees
- Writing sample
- Publications, if any
- Any other documents that might benefit your file
Applications must be in screen-readable PDF.
If you are already in Canada, or if you’re a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, please highlight this in your communications.
Send your PDF file to [email protected] with the subject as:
Urban microclimate_Your Name
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