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Wetland Modeling M.S. Research
Assistant; Central Michigan University
Wetland Modeling M.S. Research Assistant Position
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
We are seeking a M.S. student to characterize and model nutrient
dynamics in managed wetlands in Michigan. Specifically, the
student will assist in field data collection, perform data
analysis, and develop and run process-based models of wetland
hydrology and nutrient cycling. This position will involve some
field and lab work, but the bulk of the research will focus on
data analysis and numerical modeling. The student will be
jointly supervised by Drs. Roderick Lammers and Amanda Suchy.
The target start date is August 2026 with the potential for
employment on the project from May 2026 to August 2026. This
research assistantship includes 2 years of stipend and tuition
waiver. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in ecology,
environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related
field. Research or class experience in water quality, hydrology,
biogeochemistry and/or numerical modeling is preferred.
Depending on background, the student could enroll in either the
MS
in Engineering or MS
in Biology program.
Interested students should submit: 1) a resume or curriculum
vitae, including the names and contact information of at least 2
references; 2) a letter summarizing research interests and
skills relevant to this position; and 3) an unofficial copy of
transcript(s). Priority will be given to applications received
by April 17, 2026. This position is open until filled.
To apply or for more information, please email Dr. Roderick
Lammers (lamme1r@cmich.edu).
Posted 3/31/26
M.S.
Position in Forestry Software Development (Fall 2026)
The Statistical Ecology and Forest Science Lab (https://doserlab.com/) in the
Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at North
Carolina State University is seeking a highly motivated M.S.
student for the Fall 2026 semester. The student will work under
the supervision of Dr. Jeff Doser and will serve as a graduate
student teaching assistant for one semester during the two-year
program. The M.S. student’s research will encompass the topics of
software development, forest biometrics, and forest management. In
addition to leading research, the student will be expected to
participate in regular collaborative meetings, present results at
professional meetings and conferences, and publish findings in
reputable academic journals.
The M.S. student’s research will focus on updating and modernizing
the Loblolly Decision Support System (LobDSS) software, a forestry
decision support software tool for informing loblolly pine
plantation management. While LobDSS has been widely used by
practitioners across the U.S. South, it was written as software
that is no longer supported on modern computers, which has the
potential to render it completely defunct as operating systems
continuously evolve. Software modernization of LobDSS will ensure
it remains a viable tool for forestry practitioners for decades to
come. This work will be done in collaboration with Dr. Rachel Cook
and the Forest Productivity Cooperative, and will provide numerous
opportunities to form connections with private stakeholders across
the U.S. South.
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina with occasional travel to
professional meetings and conferences.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in forestry, computer science, natural
resources, data science, or a closely related field.
Experience in computer programming with at least one of the
following languages: Python, R, C, or C++.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Must be a North Carolina resident at the time of enrollment.
Funding and Timeline: This M.S. Assistantship includes a
competitive annual stipend, health insurance benefits, and
coverage of tuition costs. Funding is guaranteed for 2 academic
years. The start date is the Fall 2026 semester.
Application: Interested candidates should email Dr. Jeff Doser (jwdoser@ncsu.edu) with (1) a
cover letter (maximum one page) describing your research
interests, career goals, and past experience; (2) a resume/CV; and
(3) contact information for three professional references.
Candidates will be reviewed immediately upon receipt of the
application with a final application deadline of April 24,
2026.
Jeffrey W. Doser, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources
North Carolina State University
Statistical Ecology and Forest Science Lab (https://doserlab.com/)
Pronouns: he/him/his
Posted 3/28/26
Oklahoma
State University - Graduate Research Assistantships (2), MS
Environmental Science (Rangeland Ecology/Hydrology)
Project Area: Conservation planning and watershed analysis in the
Neosho River Watershed, northeastern Oklahoma
Position Description: The Environmental Science Graduate Program
at Oklahoma State University is seeking two motivated M.S.
students to participate in an interdisciplinary watershed
conservation project in the Neosho River Watershed of northeastern
Oklahoma.
This project integrates ecology, rangeland science, watershed
hydrology, and nature-based solutions to support conservation
planning across a region that includes tallgrass prairie
ecosystems and the Tar Creek Superfund Site, one of the most
historically significant mining-impacted landscapes in the United
States.
The two assistantships will focus on complementary components of
the project:
• Ecology / Rangeland Focus: assessment of wildlife habitat,
rangeland ecosystems, and species of greatest conservation need.
• Hydrology / Nature-Based Engineering Focus: watershed hydrology,
site suitability modeling, and conservation planning.
Graduate research assistants will contribute to several aspects of
the project, including:
• Creating an inventory of completed, in-progress, and proposed
conservation projects within the project area.
• Confirming the location of species of greatest conservation need
within the watershed.
• Developing hydrological analyses to support the selection and
siting of conservation projects.
• Conducting site suitability analyses (SSA) to identify locations
where conservation efforts are most likely to improve wildlife
habitat and meet community goals. • Supporting restoration
planning for woodland and tallgrass prairie ecosystems.
• Identifying conservation strategies to mitigate impacts of
legacy mining waste associated with the Tar Creek Superfund Site.
• Evaluating conservation approaches that may help reduce flooding
and improve watershed resiliency.
• Assisting with development of a watershed conservation and
resiliency plan informed by hydrological analysis, watershed
planning, flood mapping, and site suitability assessments.
This project provides opportunities to gain experience in applied
watershed science, ecological restoration planning, GIS analysis,
and interdisciplinary conservation research.
The students will work under the supervision of Dr. Scott Stoodley
and Dr. Jaime Schussler in the Environmental Science Graduate
Program.
More information about the Environmental Science Graduate Program:
https://agriculture.okstate.edu/departments-programs/environmental-science/graduate-program
Required Qualifications: B.S. in Environmental Science, Ecology,
Rangeland Ecology, Hydrology, Geography, Environmental
Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Admission to the OSU
Environmental Science M.S. program. Ability to work in outdoor
environments and conduct field assessments. Valid driver’s
license.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with GIS (ArcGIS or QGIS).
Experience with watershed analysis, ecological assessment, or
hydrologic modeling. Experience with environmental data analysis.
Oklahoma State University is located in Stillwater, Oklahoma and
has an enrollment of over 36,000 students. This assistantship
includes a stipend, health insurance, and a tuition waiver.
For more information visit our website at: https://agriculture.okstate.edu/departments-programs/environmental-science/graduate-program.
Tentative Start Date: Summer 2026
Application Procedure: To apply, please email a letter of
interest, resume, and unofficial transcripts to Dr. Scott Stoodley
- esgp@okstate.edu.
Scott Stoodley, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Research, Environmental Science
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Oklahoma State University
405.744.2288
Posted 3/28/26
M.S.
Assistantship in rangeland vegetation modeling at Fresno State
The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences at California
State University, Fresno is recruiting an M.S. graduate research
assistant for a funded project modeling and forecasting carbon
stocks and wildland fire fuels in California's non-forested
landscapes.
The student will earn an M.S. in Environmental Science from Fresno
State while contributing to research funded by the California Air
Resources Board. The work centers on the Rangeland Vegetation
Simulator, an open-source model that estimates biomass and fuel
loads in grasslands and shrublands. Project work will include:
Updating ecological equations based on current research
Improving data workflows to incorporate newly available input
sources
Adding fuel treatment options that reflect current land management
practices
Scaling model applications across large spatial areas using HPC
and cloud computing
Writing reports and presenting at conferences and workshops
You will collaborate with state and federal agencies and a broader
community of researchers invested in the model's development,
contributing directly to tools that inform real land use decisions
in California.
This position includes $23/hr pay for 20 hrs a week of research.
Tuition waivers are available, as is supplemental funding from
department and college sources.
We're looking for a strong foundation in:
Python or R
GIS tools (open-source preferred)
Environmental or earth science
Large datasets/computational workflows
Bonus experience (not required):
C++
Google Earth Engine
Ecological or vegetation modeling
Rangeland ecology
We encourage applications that may not meet all of the criteria
listed, as there are many unique combinations of interest and
experience that can fit this position. For more about the graduate
program, visit https://csm.fresnostate.edu/ees/degrees-programs/grad.html.
To apply, send the following to Dr. Nikki Inglis at ninglis@mail.fresnostate.edu
by April 17:
Cover letter expressing how your interest and experience is
relevant to the project
Resume/CV
Github, website or portfolio if available
Nikki C. Inglis
Assistant Professor of Environmental Science
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
California State University, Fresno
Office: Science II 127
Email: ninglis@mail.fresnostate.edu
Posted 3/24/26
M.S. Assistantship – Vernal Pool and
Seep Wetland Mapping in Eastern Oklahoma
Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma
Start Date: January 1, 2027
Position Description: A 2-year graduate research assistantship
for a Master of Science in Natural Resource Ecology and
Management is available with Dr. Bryan Murray at Oklahoma State
University to map vernal pools and seep wetlands in southeastern
Oklahoma. Vernal pools and seep wetlands are vital fishless
ecosystems providing seasonal habitats that sustain amphibians
and macroinvertebrates of high conservation concern. The student
will develop, assess, and refine a mapping framework to identify
vernal pools and seep wetlands using geospatial modeling,
remotely sensed data, and ground truthing. This mapping
framework will advance conservation planning for ephemeral
wetlands and species of greatest conservation need in the
region.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, ecology,
earth science, geography, or a related field, undergraduate GPA
≥ 3.0, and a valid driver’s license are required. The ideal
candidate will have a strong interest in studying the
application of cutting-edge mapping techniques to support
conservation planning. Strong verbal and written communication
skills, strong quantitative and analytical skills, the ability
to work independently and as part of a team, and balancing
lab/field work with office responsibilities are necessary.
Salary and Benefits: $24,000/year, resident and non-resident
tuition waiver, and health insurance at $25 per month (for
student only; family coverage is available for an additional
fee).
Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted until April
24, 2026, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Send a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for 3
professional references to the e-mail addresses below. All
information must be in a single PDF with the cover letter at the
beginning, followed by resume/CV, then references. Please name
the file using the following format: last name_first
name_OSU2027.
Contact:
Dr. Bryan Murray: bryan.murray@okstate.edu
Institutional Information: Oklahoma State University (OSU) is
located in Stillwater, Oklahoma, which is within an hour of both
Tulsa and Oklahoma City. OSU is a land-grant institution with an
enrollment of ~25,000 students, and it is located on the
ancestral lands of the Kickapoo, Osage, Kiowa, and Quapaw
peoples. Indigenous people from other Native nations also reside
here, many of whom were forcibly removed from their ancestral
lands. They all contribute to the history and current vitality
of our region. The Department of Natural Resource Ecology and
Management is part of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and
Natural Resources and conducts interdisciplinary research,
instruction, and extension education to address the sustainable
management and conservation of the wildlife, forest, rangeland,
and fishery resources of Oklahoma and beyond. The Department is
a source of cutting-edge research, quality instruction, and
effective outreach to students, landowners, managers, and public
agencies.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s
verification of credentials and other information required by
law and/or university policies, including but not limited to a
criminal background check. Oklahoma State University, as an
equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal
and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative
action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy
of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not
discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national
origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender
identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard
to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or
admissions.
BRYAN MURRAY, PH.D.
Associate Professor
Natural Resource Ecology & Management
Oklahoma State University
405.744.6805 • 378 Agricultural Hall
bryan.murray@okstate.edu
Posted 3/23/26
What a MS in Enviro. Observation
& Informatics can do for you (Learn more & apply
today!)
What is the Environmental Observation & Informatics MS (EOI;
https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/environmental-observation-and-informatics/)
degree?
The EOI is a professional master's program designed for people
who are interested in data science, environmental technology,
and communicating environmental data. Students come from all
levels of experience and backgrounds, such as computer science,
statistics and more. Our programs aim to prepare you for a
career.
What can you do with the professional EOI MS degree?
Many students go on to work in the geospatial/conservation
sector, where they apply their conservation knowledge, GIS,
remote sensing, and spatial data analysis to a range of fields.
Final deadline for domestic applicants: May 1 (no longer
accepting international applications). Applications are
currently being reviewed on a rolling basis with limited space
remaining. Apply as early as you can here: https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/how-to-apply/
What the program looks like:
15 months: Classes are held in-person, with exception of the
final project which can be completed anywhere in the world (see
what makes UW-Madison great (https://news.wisc.edu/uw-ranked-no-2-public-university-in-the-u-s-by-time-magazine/))
Real-world experience: In your final semester, students complete
a professional, non-thesis project in partnership with an
organization, giving them the chance to apply knowledge and
skills to real-world challenges. Each student project is unique
to their interests, goals, and provides career-relevant
experience.
Past students have collaborated with a wide range of
organizations, including The Nature Conservancy (AK, AZ, DC, GA,
WI), NASA DEVELOP, the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Sea Grant, USDA,
Organic Valley, and many others.
Small cohort learning: Experience the benefits of a small
cohort-based model. Expect to learn and grow alongside a diverse
group of peers while building professional connections.
Cost-conscious education: The programs provide top-tier
environmental education at a more accessible cost than many
comparable programs. Some tuition assistance may still be
available (apply
for it today).
Reach out to vang27@wisc.edu
if you have questions about applying (https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/how-to-apply/).
Posted 3/18/26
Graduate Teaching Assistant
position: Hood College, Frederick, MD
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MORE HERE
Hood College's Department of Biology has three (3) Graduate
Teaching Assistant positions available to begin August 1, 2026.
Under the close supervision of the Biology Department Chair and
the Biology Lab Supervisor, the Graduate Teaching Assistant will
have a strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing
research in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or
environmental biology. Duties will include preparing and
teaching laboratories and conducting research within the
department.
Before applying, candidates must be accepted into the Hood
College Graduate School and will enroll in the Biomedical
Science or Environmental Biology M.S. program. Students will
receive a stipend and waiver of graduate course tuition.
Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.
Instruction
Teach up to six contact hours in the department each academic
year.
Plan units and resource materials as assigned, instruct, monitor
and evaluate student progress using a variety of teaching
strategies.
Laboratory Support
Prepare solutions and other materials for use in laboratories.
Set-up, adjust and operate laboratory equipment and
instrumentation as required.
Assist with routine equipment maintenance and repair.
Drive college vehicles for department field trips.
Administrative Support
Assist with annual inventory of supplies, including chemicals,
glassware, and plasticware.
Maintain department records.
To Apply
We invite qualified candidates to apply online via Hood
College’s HR portal. Applicants must include a cover letter,
curriculum vitae, undergraduate transcripts, and names of three
persons to contact for letters of recommendation. For questions
regarding the position, please contact Dr. Drew Ferrier or Dr.
Craig Laufer, co-chairs of the Department of Biology, at ferrier@hood.edu or laufer@hood.edu. Review of
applications will begin April 13, 2026.
APPLY
AND FIND MORE DETAILS HERE
Posted 3/17/26
PhD Position in AI-Enabled Modeling
of Agricultural Nitrogen Cycling
A fully-funded PhD position is available in the Soil Science
Program at North Carolina State University to work on AI-enabled
modeling of nitrogen cycling and greenhouse gas emissions in
agricultural systems. The student will contribute to a
multi-institutional collaborative project focused on improving
predictions of nitrogen use efficiency, N₂O emissions, and
nitrogen losses using advanced modeling and multi-scale data
integration, with a start date in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
Research Focus
• Process-based/biogeochemical models
• AI-enabled agroecosystem modeling
• Model–data fusion & uncertainty quantification
• Integration of high-frequency field measurements, soil
microbiome data, and environmental datasets
• Predicting nitrogen budgets and greenhouse gas fluxes
Desired Background
• Programming experience (Python, R, Julia, Fortran, C++, or
similar)
• Experience with ML/AI frameworks, statistical inference,
ecosystem/biogeochemical modeling
• BS/MS in Earth system science, environmental/soil science,
data science, computer science, engineering or related fields
Prospective students are encouraged to send CV and brief
research interest to Debjani Sihi (dsihi@ncsu.edu).
Posted 3/17/26
Environmental Education and Science
Communication Fellowship – Master of Natural Resources
This 10.5-month position starts in August and includes free
housing and financial support.
All application fees waived between now and April 1.
Build the skills to change the world. A University of Idaho –
Environmental Education and Science Communication (EESC)
graduate student earns a Masters of Natural Resources in 10.5
months. While living at our incredible McCall Field Campus
grads develop an array of professional skills and
expertise.
Applied coursework and targeted study in science communication,
leadership, place-based education, and ecology, give our
students what they need to earn a degree, make a difference, and
find your place. Check out our program at
https://www.uidaho.edu/mccall-field-campus/academics or contact
Leslie Dorsey at ldorsey@uidaho.edu
if you have questions or would like to apply.
NOTE: F1 and J1 visas are not eligible for this program.
Posted 3/14/26
MSc:
Fire History Reconstruction in the southern NWT
As part of this newly funded collaboration between the Government
of the Northwest Territories and Wilfrid Laurier University and
funded through Natural Resources Canada’s Wildfire Resilient
Futures Initiative, we have 1 MSc position available through
Laurier’s Forest Ecology Research Group. This position can be
based in Waterloo, Ontario; Edmonton, Alberta; or Yellowknife, Hay
River, or Fort Smith, Northwest Territories. Evaluation of
applications will begin in early March and continue on a rolling
basis until the position is filled.
This MSc position will support a field-based sampling effort and
dendroecological reconstruction methods that will allow us to
reconstruct fire history in the southern NWT. Early results
suggest that low severity, short interval fires of 30-40 years
have been very common. Understanding past fire history and linking
this to ecosystem services of interest will be the focus of this
MSc.
For more information please visit: https://forestecology.ca/contact/
Posted 3/12/26
Graduate
Program 1 (PhD or Msc): Evaluate the retention of fire retardant
in northern ecosystems and its impacts on terrestrial and
aquatic communities
As part of the SSHRC Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative
“Future Harvest Partnership”, there are funded positions for two
graduate students available through Wilfrid Laurier University’s
Forest Ecology Research Group (https://forestecology.ca). All
these positions can be based in Waterloo, Ontario or Northwest
Territories. The ideal candidates will spend 4-5 months conducting
field data collection in Northwest Territories. Evaluation of
applications will begin in November and continue on a rolling
basis until all positions are filled.
Fire suppression was required around many NWT communities in
summer 2023 and concerns have been raised about the safety of food
harvested on these lands. To address this concern, we will
evaluate the impact of flame retardant application in northern
plants and soils where food is harvested and/or grown.
Our goals will be to:
map the application of flame retardant in NWT in 2023 based on
fire management records and calibrate this with Landsat data to
more precisely map the spatial distribution of flame retardant and
develop methods to apply this in previous years;
apply tools developed in 1 to evaluate the persistence of flame
retardant on the landscape;
quantify the spectral response of lakes whose catchments received
flame retardant to evaluate changes in productivity and detect
algal bloom activity.
For more information please visit: https://forestecology.ca/contact/
Posted 3/12/26
Graduate
Program 2 (PhD or Msc): Improve soil health and yield utilizing
cover crops in the Northwest Territories
s part of the SSHRC Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative
“Future Harvest Partnership”, there are funded positions for two
graduate students available through Wilfrid Laurier University’s
Forest Ecology Research Group. All these positions can be based in
Waterloo, Ontario or Northwest Territories. The ideal candidates
will spend 4-5 months conducting field data collection in
Northwest Territories. Evaluation of applications will begin in
November and continue on a rolling basis until all positions are
filled.
Climate change is creating new opportunities for agriculture in
the southern Northwest Territories (NWT). This project will
evaluate how cover cropping can support sustainable farming,
improve soil health and soil carbon, and reduce reliance on
imported agricultural inputs while strengthening northern food
security.
NWT-specific research will be conducted on cover cropping,
including its effects on soil health, soil biology, and crop
productivity, as well as the feasibility of different cover crop
mixtures and timing under northern growing conditions. The work
will contribute to practical recommendations for farmers and
support the development of sustainable agriculture in the NWT.
For more information please visit: https://forestecology.ca/contact/
Posted 3/12/26
M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship
for Osprey Conservation and Ecology, University of Illinois
Springfield
An MS-level Graduate Research Assistantship is available for
participating in research and conservation of osprey, currently
a state-threatened species, in Illinois. The Graduate
Research Assistantship will be for two years with a 16 August
2026 start date. The assistantship will provide tuition
waiver, stipends for the spring and fall semesters, summer
income as a field technician, research support, and professional
development. The selected student will assist with an
osprey re-establishment project in Illinois that involves field
work, with a MS thesis focused on population viability analysis
to inform recovery.
Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
1. Background in ecology, conservation, or a related field
2. Strong writing and quantitative skills
3. Coursework and substantial experience with GIS and statistics
4. Demonstrated high academic performance
5. Experience or interest in working with raptors
6. Ability to endure long field seasons
7. Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should send the following (via email) to
Dr. Tih-Fen Ting at tting1@uis.edu
as soon as possible, and no later than 12 April 2026.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled.
1. Cover letter addressing background, qualifications, and
research interests
2. Resume/CV including contact information for three references
3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copies are acceptable)
Suitable candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal
application to the Graduate Assistantships program. Please
do not hesitate to contact me at tting1@uis.edu with any
questions.
Tih-Fen Ting, Ph.D.
Director, School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability, and
Public Health
College of Health, Science, and Technology
University of Illinois | Springfield
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 206-7876
tting1@uis.edu
https://www.tinglabuis.org/
Posted 3/11/26
M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship
for GeoAI and Environmental Monitoring, University of Illinois
Springfield
An MS-level Graduate Research Assistantship is available for
utilizing GeoAI for ecological research or environmental
monitoring. The Graduate Research Assistantship will be
for two years with a 16 August 2026 start date. The
assistantship will provide tuition waiver, stipends for the
spring and fall semesters, summer income as a field technician,
research support, and professional development. The
selected student will be co-advised by Dr. Yun Zhao and Dr.
Tih-Fen Ting. Potential thesis projects include habitat
management and restoration, invasive species monitoring, and
wildlife conservation applications.
Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
1. Background in ecology, conservation, environmental science,
or computer science
2. Strong writing and quantitative skills
3. Coursework and substantial experience with GIS and statistics
4. Demonstrated high academic performance
6. Ability to conduct field work for extended periods
7. Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should send the following (via email) to
Dr. Tih-Fen Ting at tting1@uis.edu
as soon as possible, and no later than 12 April 2026.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled.
1. Cover letter addressing background, qualifications, and
research interests
2. Resume/CV including contact information for three references
3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copies are acceptable)
Suitable candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal
application to the Graduate Assistantships program. Please
do not hesitate to contact me at tting1@uis.edu with any
questions.
Tih-Fen Ting, Ph.D.
Director, School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability, and
Public Health
College of Health, Science, and Technology
University of Illinois | Springfield
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 206-7876
tting1@uis.edu
https://www.tinglabuis.org/
Posted 3/11/26
Ph.D. Research Assistantship
I am seeking applicants for a Ph.D. Student research
assistantship in the University of Florida’s Wildlife Ecology
and Conservation Program or the School of Natural Resources and
the Environment. This is a readvertisement of a position posted
in August of 2025. Funding was delayed due in part to the
extended government shutdown, but the issues are resolved. This
will be a fully funded 4-year assistantship focused on
assessment and monitoring of Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow
populations in the Everglades ecosystem. The student will
develop skills in field work with elusive avian species, data
analysis and statistics, structured decision making, and more
over the course of their degree. The research will focus on
estimating demographic rates for the species and predicting the
species’ future risk, but there will also be opportunities to
develop and pursue their own research questions related to the
focal species and their management. I am seeking students with
keen interest in quantitative ecology, decision support science,
endangered species conservation, and some prior experience
banding birds or with avian point counts. If interested, please
send a letter of introduction, a C.V. and unofficial transcripts
Conor McGowan (conor.mcgowan@ufl.edu).
Salary: ~$29,000 per year (+ health benefits and tuition waiver)
Start date: August 2026
Application deadline: April 3, 2026.
Location: Gainesville, FL
Conor P. McGowan, Ph.D.
U.S. Geological Survey
Florida Cooperative Fish Wildlife Research Unit
Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
University of Florida
Posted 3/10/26
PhD and Postdoctoral Positions - The
University of Hong Kong
A new research group led by Dr Si-Chong Chen (https://si-chong.github.io)
at the School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong
Kong (HKU), is recruiting PhD students, postdoctoral
researchers, and research assistants. Dr. Chen will join HKU in
June 2026 as an Associate Professor. Positions are available on
a rolling basis and will remain open until filled.
Research vision:
Understanding how plants regenerate is central to understanding
how biodiversity is maintained. Our research centres on seeds.
We combine field experiments, macroecological and
macroevolutionary syntheses, and theoretical approaches to
understand how plant strategies shape community assembly and
biogeographic patterns across broad spatial and temporal scales.
We are particularly interested in integrating classical
ecological questions with theoretical- and data-driven
approaches, including large-scale datasets and artificial
intelligence, to develop a broader understanding of plant
life-history strategies in a changing world.
Who we are looking for:
We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds including
ecology, statistics, computer science and related disciplines,
who are motivated to pursue fundamental questions in ecology.
Applicants with backgrounds in species interactions, entomology,
microbiome, or macroevolution are particularly encouraged to
apply. Experience with field experiment design, artificial
intelligence, large-scale data mining, database construction and
integration are highly valued. Applicants are encouraged to
develop their own research ideas aligned with the broader themes
of
Application:
Prospective applicants should contact Dr. Si-Chong Chen (chensichong0528@gmail.com)
with the subject line “Position – Your Name”, prior to
submitting an official application.
Please include a CV and a brief description of your research
interests and experience. PhD and postdoctoral applicants are
also encouraged to include a short research proposal outlining
potential research questions and approaches.
Posted 3/10/26
PhD position available in aquatic
ecology - Oakland University
Ph.D. Position in Limnology, Aquatic Ecology, and Organismal
Physiology
Wagner Lab – Oakland University
Start Date: Fall 2026
The Wagner Lab (https://sites.google.com/oakland.edu/wagnerlab/home)
at Oakland University is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated
Ph.D. student to join our research group in Fall 2026. Our lab
investigates how changing aquatic ecosystems influence organisms
and ecosystem processes, with a focus on the links between
physiology, community interactions, and biogeochemical cycling.
Research in the Wagner Lab is grounded biological stoichiometry,
using an elemental framework to understand how nutrients flow
through organisms and ecosystems. Our work spans multiple
spatial, temporal, and ecological scales, combining field
observations, high-frequency sensor data, and experimental
manipulations.
Potential projects include investigating how environmental
change affects phytoplankton physiology and community structure,
and how these shifts impact the nutrient cycling of whole
ecosystems. Students will have the opportunity to design
projects that align with their interests within the lab’s
broader themes.
For more information about our research, visit our Google
Scholar page (https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=xZDFg5gAAAAJ&hl=en).
Program and Funding:
The successful applicant will enroll in the Biological and
Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. program at Oakland University. Support
includes a graduate teaching assistantship that provides a
competitive stipend and full tuition waiver.
Qualifications: Master’s degree in biology, ecology,
environmental science, or a related field. Highly motivated
candidates with a Bachelor's degree will be considered. Strong
interest in aquatic ecology, organismal physiology, or
biogeochemistry. Experience with fieldwork, data analysis, or
programming (e.g., R) is an asset but not required.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please send the following materials in a single PDF
file to nicolewagner@oakland.edu. Cover letter describing your
research interests, motivation, and long-term goals, Curriculum
vitae (CV), Unofficial transcripts, Contact information for two
references.
Informal inquiries are welcome and encouraged. Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled. Once a candidate is selected, they will be
invited to apply formally to the Ph.D. program at Oakland
University.
Posted 3/10/26
MS
Position in Forest & Invasive Plant Ecology (Fall 2026) –
Virginia Tech
Work type: Master student
College: College of Natural Resources and Environment
Department: Department of Forest Resources and Environmental
Conservation
Location: Blacksburg, VA
The Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
at Virginia Tech seeks a motivated MS student starting Fall 2026.
The project examines why invasive woody climbers succeed in North
American forests and whether native and non-native species differ
in establishment, performance, and climate sensitivity.
The student will conduct germination and greenhouse
experiments, collect seeds and stems across regional field sites,
perform plant physiological measurements, analyze data in R, and
contribute to publications and conferences.
Applicants should hold a BS in forestry, ecology, biology,
or related fields, with experience in field/lab research and data
analysis.
The position includes a stipend, tuition waiver, health
insurance, and two years of funding.
To apply, email Hannes De Deurwaerder (hannesd@vt.edu; subject: “MS
Position – Temperate Climbers”) with a statement of interest, CV,
and references. Review begins April 15, 2026.
More information, click here.
Hannes De Deurwaerder
(he/him)
Assistant Professor of Global Change Ecology
Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
Virginia Tech, 232 Cheatham Hall, Blacksburg, VA 23060
FREC: https://frec.vt.edu/
ISC: https://invasivespeciesvt.org/
Posted 2/20/26
Final Deadlines - Uni. of Wisconsin
Enviro. MS Programs! Apply today!
If you are interested in starting or growing your professional
career in conservation, consider a professional master’s degree,
in Environmental Conservation (https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/environmental-conservation/)
or Environmental Observation & Informatics (https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/environmental-observation-and-informatics/)
from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Nelson Institute for
Environmental Studies. We welcome applicants of all disciplines,
backgrounds, and experience to apply.
Final deadlines are as follows:
International applicants - Feb 1
Domestic applicants - May 1
We are now reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so we
highly encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as
possible and not wait until the final deadlines. Contact vang27@wisc.edu directly for
questions.
Why choose us?
Accelerated: Gain knowledge, skills, and experience necessary
for a career in conservation, in 15-months.
Experience you can apply: Final semester project is centered
around your interests and professional goals. Students will
partner with an environmental organization (anywhere in the
world) to complete a professional project
(non-research/non-thesis). Securing a project partner with an
environmental organization is a collaborative process between
students and program staff. Students are NOT expected to secure
their own projects but if they have particular organization
interests, we can start the exploration process there. This
leadership project is a unique part of our professional program
and is unlike any internship.
Collaborative Small learning cohort experience. Cohort and
in-person settings can help promote better learning outcomes and
stronger connections between peers, staff, and faculty
Affordable: Top-tier environmental education with dedicated
support from program staff, all at a more affordable cost
compared to other leading programs. Some Tuition
Assistance may still be available.
Which program is right for me?
Do you have a passion for people, policy, wildlife, and/or
community engagement? Consider the Environmental Conservation (https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/environmental-conservation/)
MS program
Are you energized by data science, technology, and communicating
data? Consider the Environmental Observation & Informatics (https://nelson.wisc.edu/graduate/professional-programs/environmental-observation-and-informatics/)
MS program
Our professional programs go beyond providing an excellent
environmental education, they aim to provide the best training
and skills needed to lead and adapt in the growing and
ever-changing field of conservation. We’d also be happy to chat
with you and share more about the program--no obligations, we
want to make sure this program aligns with your personal goals
and interests!
Posted 1/29/26
Masters
of Natural Resources – Environmental Education and Science
Communication
1-year program– Positions start in August 2026
Free housing. Scholarships and student support available
Build the skills to change the world. A University of Idaho –
Environmental Education and Science Communication (EESC) graduate
student earns a Masters of Natural Resources in 10.5 months.
While living at our incredible McCall Field Campus grads develop
an array of professional skills and expertise.
Applied coursework and targeted study in science communication,
leadership, place-based education, and ecology, give our students
what they need to earn a degree, make a difference, and find your
place. Check out our program at https://www.uidaho.edu/mccall-field-campus/academics
or contact Leslie Dorsey at ldorsey@uidaho.edu
if you have questions or would like to apply.
Graduation May 31st, 2027
Applications accepted on a rolling basis until August 13th
2026
NOTE: F1 and J1 Visas are not eligible for this program
Patience Mateer
Administrative Specialist II
College of Natural Resources
Boise IWC 242
pmateer@uidaho.edu
(208) 885-9160
Posted 9/17/25
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