PhD Research Opportunities in Economic Geology & Critical Metal Systems – Khalifa University (Fully-Funded Positions, Application Deadline: 2 March 2026)
Exciting Fully-Funded PhD Opportunities in Geosciences at Khalifa University (UAE) – Deadline March 2026 By: Robert Buluma If you’re a geoscience enthusiast dreaming of pushing the boundaries of Earth science while being fully funded in one of the most dynamic research environments in the Middle East, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Prof. Hamed Gamaleldien and his research group at Khalifa University of Science and Technology (Abu Dhabi, UAE) have just announced four fully-funded PhD positions at the intersection of geology, geochemistry, tectonics, and critical metal exploration. Why Khalifa University? Located in Abu Dhabi, one of the safest and most cosmopolitan cities in the world State-of-the-art analytical facilities (LA-ICP-MS, electron microprobe, clean labs, etc.) Strong international collaborations and fieldwork opportunities in the Arabian Shield, East African Orogen, and beyond Generous tax-free stipend, accommodatio...