CEDAR email: PhD Position in Space Weather at UMass Lowell

[Lin, MeiYun]

We are excited to announce a PhD student position available in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. These positions focus on space weather modeling, and we encourage candidates with a B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields to apply. 

The successful candidates will collaborate with the Lowell Center for Space Science and Technology (LoCSST), a prominent U.S. research institution dedicated to advancing innovation in space science, atmospheric studies, and aerospace systems. LoCSST is at the forefront of research in astrophysics, satellite technology, and atmospheric physics, working in partnership with NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the National Science Foundation, and various international collaborators.

Located just 30 miles northwest of Boston, UMass Lowell is an R-1 institution with a vibrant campus serving over 18,000 students. Recognized as the top public university in Massachusetts in the Wall Street Journal’s 2024 Best Colleges report, UMass Lowell consistently receives high rankings for the educational and economic value it provides. U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 national rankings have also recognized UMass Lowell as the number one “best value school” in Massachusetts.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell welcomes all qualified applicants, adhering to all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Interested students, please reach out to Dr. Mei-Yun Lin with your CV and statement of purpose.