Fully Funded PhD Research Positions in AI and Robotics at University of Manitoba, Canada 2026
Fully FundedWinnipeg, Canadaphd· Full financial support (stipend) provided. Amount not specified.
Project Overview
Professor YoungJin Cha at the University of Manitoba is recruiting 2 M.Sc. and 2 Ph.D. students for Fall 2026/Winter 2027 in AI-driven structural health monitoring and autonomous robotic systems. The positions offer full financial support.
Position Details - Institution: University of Manitoba Price Faculty of Engineering - Department: Department of Civil Engineering - Positions: Two (2) M.Sc. and Two (2) Ph.D. positions - Start Date: Fall 2026 or Winter 2027
About the Research Successful applicants will work on one or more of the following research areas: 1. Advanced Computer Vision for Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) 2. Digital Twins and 3D Reconstruction 3. Advanced Deep Learning for Damage Assessment 4. Advanced Autonomous Robotic Systems (UAVs and UGVs)
- General: Strong academic record high motivation for research excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- International Applicants: Must meet the University of Manitoba's English-language proficiency requirements (e.g. TOEFL IELTS). An official test score must be included in the initial application email to the professor.
Financial Support
- Admitted students will receive financial support (stipend).
- Students may apply for scholarships and teaching assistant (TA) positions to supplement funding.
Application Process
- Initial Application: Email the following documents to young.cha@umanitoba.ca:
1. Detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
2. Copies of all academic transcripts
3. Official English-language proficiency test score (if applicable)
- Shortlisted: Candidates will be invited for an online interview.
- Formal Application: After a successful interview candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal application to the University of Manitoba's graduate program within one month of the letter date.