1. must be non-Chinese citizens and apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship. The scholarship will cover the tuition fees, and offer free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy, stipend and comprehensive medical insurance.

2. must be a graduating student from a master’s program, or hold a master’s degree or its equivalent

3. should have strong quantitative skills and programming experience with R, or have strong willingness to learn such skills.

4. should be fluent in English, both in writing and speaking

Prospective students are encouraged to send an email to Yuxin Chen (yuxin.chen"AT"xmu.edu.cn) to discuss their fits in the lab. Please include the following materials on the email:

1. a cover letter with a brief statement about why you are interested in the position, your research interests and research experience.

2. CV

3. a copy of transcript

The application period of the university is Jan. 1 - Mar. 31, 2023

The lab is affiliated within the College of the Environment and Ecology, Xiamen University.

Find information about the college: https://icee.xmu.edu.cn/

Find information about the the scholarship: https://www.campuschina.org/content/details3_74776.html

Find information about the PhD programs of Xiamen University: https://admissions.xmu.edu.cn/Admissions/Doctoral_students.htm