MSc Position in Real-Time In-Situ Soil Monitoring for Agriculture

We are seeking a highly motivated Master of Science candidate to join a collaborative research project between Brandon University (BU) and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), starting in September 2026. The successful applicant will enroll in the Master of Science (Environmental and Life Sciences) (MELS) program at BU in full time studies by September 1, 2026. The student will work on a project focused on using the Real-Time In-Situ Soil Monitoring for Agriculture (RISMA) network data. The successful candidate will help develop a research project that links the soil moisture network data to crop yield, agronomy, soil erosion, and/or other agri-environmental processes. Fieldwork will be conducted in Manitoba, with additional laboratory work required. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in agriculture, environmental monitoring, and data-driven approaches to agriculture.

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