Opportunities

Funded PhD Positions in Multiscale Modeling of Stratosphere and Aerosol-Cloud Interactions

Dr. Hongwei Sun is seeking 1-2 PhD students (starting Fall 2025 or later) to join his research group in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Sun Group focuses on developing and applying various modeling methods to study multiscale atmospheric processes, including (1) large-scale stratospheric transport, dynamics, and aerosols and (2) small-scale aerosol-cloud interactions. Students can also study applications of (1) and (2) in climate engineering (or geoengineering) if interested. Students are encouraged to email Dr. Hongwei Sun at hongwei8@hawaii.edu to express their interest (with their CV and transcript) before applying.

Required Qualifications:
(1) A BS or MS degree in Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, Physics, Math, Computer Science, or a related field.
(2) Strong self-motivation and enthusiasm for atmospheric sciences.

Preferred Qualifications:
(1) Research experience in atmospheric sciences.
(2) Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Fortran, Python, Matlab, R).
(3) Good written and oral communication skills.
*Please note that while the above qualifications are preferred, Dr. Sun is committed to helping students develop/enhance these skills throughout their graduate studies, provided they are self-motivated and enthusiastic.

Application Instructions:
The PhD application process consists of two parts:
Part 1: Submission to the University of Hawaii Graduate Division.
Part 2: Submission of Materials to the Dept. of Atmospheric Sciences.
For detailed instructions, please visit: https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/atmo/index.php/graduate-program-overview/#gradapply.