Graduate Students

We are accepting new MSc or PhD students. After first reaching an agreement with Prof. Moran, prospective students must apply online to the uOttawa graduate program here by February 1 for a September start. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for national (NSERC, MSc level deadline Dec 1, PhD level deadline Sep 24) and provincial (OGS, MSc and PhD level deadline Nov 13) scholarships, which will result in a higher stipend and/or lessen or eliminate the need to work as a TA. However, even graduate students without a scholarship are still guaranteed a minimum stipend of $27 000/year. Please contact jmoran@uottawa.ca to discuss about potential projects.

Postdoctoral Fellows

Candidates from Germany or the UK: Special funding opportunities are available for postdoctoral fellows who are citizens of Germany (at any time) or the UK (application deadline in early January). Candidates should forward a CV and contact information to jmoran@uottawa.ca.

Marie Curie Fellowships: We have had several successful applications funded over the years. Applications from EU nationals or long-term EU residents with a strong CV are encouraged. Please get in touch with Joseph as early as possible since applications are typically due in September. You will be given full support in crafting a high quality application.  Candidates should forward a CV and contact information for two references to  jmoran@uottawa.ca. Applicants proposing a specific project suitable to our lab will be privileged.

Undergraduate Students

We typically take 1-2 summer students per year. Outstanding students (CGPA>9.5/10) are encouraged to apply for an NSERC USRA scholarship, which pays at least $8,750 for the summer.  Applications are usually due mid-March (instructions here), but students should get in touch with Prof. Moran (jmoran@uottawa.ca)  by late January at the latest if they wish to apply.

We will also start to take 1-2 Honours project students (September-April) per year starting September 2026. We recommend to contact Prof. Moran no later than April (the earlier the better) to inquire. Students who wish to pursue graduate studies and who have an outstanding academic record will be prioritized.