Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi is offering fully funded PhD research opportunities under the Water and Environmental Systems Analysis (WESA) Lab for the 2027 academic year. The programme is designed for highly motivated students interested in environmental engineering, water systems and advanced computational modelling.
The positions focus on developing innovative water digital twins to improve forecasting, management and sustainability of regional and urban water infrastructure systems. Successful candidates will join a specialised research team working on real-world environmental challenges using advanced modelling tools and data-driven approaches.
Scholarship Overview
The scholarship supports two fully funded PhD positions starting in Spring 2027. Each position is funded for up to four years and includes full academic and financial support.
Students will be based at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi in the United States and will work within the Water and Environmental Systems Analysis Lab.
Research Areas
Position 1: Regional Water Systems
This includes:
- Interbasin water transfer modelling
- Hydrologic forecasting using ensemble methods
- Reservoir operations and management
- Environmental flow analysis
Position 2: Urban Water Infrastructure
This includes:
- Stormwater drainage systems
- Rainwater harvesting systems
- Wastewater treatment and reuse
- Coastal urban water systems
Scholarship Benefits
- Full funding for up to four years
- Competitive annual stipend
- Tuition fee coverage
- Research supervision and academic mentorship
- Access to advanced modelling and GIS tools
- Opportunities for publications and conferences
- Field and computational research experience
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have:
- A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field
- Experience with hydrologic modelling tools such as HEC-HMS or SWMM
- Strong academic and research background
Preferred skills include:
- Remote sensing and GIS experience
- WebGIS tools such as ArcGIS Online or Mapbox
- Environmental systems modelling
- Fieldwork experience
Required Documents
- CV or resume
- Statement of research interest
- Samples of academic work
- Three references
All documents must be submitted as a single PDF file.
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply through the official application portal. Selection is competitive and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Application Deadline
September 15, 2026