Graduate Research Assistantship in Estuarine and Coastal AI/ML or Numerical Modeling
Pursue an M.S. or Ph.D. in estuarine and coastal oceanography focusing on numerical or AI/ML modeling at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Best for:Best for prospective graduate students with a background in oceanography, engineering, or applied mathematics interested in coastal hydrodynamic and AI/ML modeling.
Overview
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for graduate research assistantship positions starting in Fall 2027 under the direction of Dr. Meng Xia. Students will focus on estuarine and coastal oceanography, conducting research in either numerical hydrodynamic modeling or artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Successful candidates must enroll in the University of Maryland Marine-Estuarine-Environmental Sciences (MEES) graduate program. The position provides comprehensive financial support including a stipend, tuition, medical insurance, and conference travel.
What you'll do
- Conduct graduate-level research in estuarine and coastal oceanography
- Develop and apply numerical models to study estuarine dynamics such as particle transport
- Design and implement artificial intelligence and machine learning models for estuarine applications
- Collaborate with faculty and research peers on scientific publications and presentations
- Travel to and present research findings at domestic and international scientific conferences
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in oceanography, atmosphere, civil engineering, applied mathematics, or physics
Degree offered: M.S. or Ph.D.
Language: English proficiency suitable for graduate studies
Instruction: English
- Prior academic background in oceanography, atmospheric science, civil engineering, applied mathematics, or physics
- Interest in numerical modeling of estuarine dynamics or artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Ability to meet admission criteria for the University of Maryland MEES graduate program
- US citizenship is required
- Must be admitted to the University of Maryland Marine-Estuarine-Environmental Sciences (MEES) graduate program
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-01-14
Interested candidates should send a brief description of their research interests and a current CV directly to Dr. Meng Xia via email. Applicants must also ensure they apply separately to the University of Maryland MEES graduate program by the stated deadline.
- CV
- Description of research interests
Contact
Meng Xia· Faculty Member
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