Applications are open for a fully funded graduate assistantship at Pittsburg State University in the USA.
The Pittsburg State University Scholarship includes a full tuition waiver, supported by graduate research assistantships, competitive stipends, and student health insurance.
Requirements
To be considered for the Pittsburg State University Masters Scholarship, you must:
- have completed a bachelor’s degree in a related field by May 2026 and have a strong academic record.
- have a record of related research experience working on similar projects.
- be able to work collaboratively and independently and should have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The position requires extensive travel to remote field sites and long hours outdoors under adverse weather conditions, biting insects, and occasional after-dark conditions.
- The students will need to communicate regularly with landowners and resource professionals; a strong work ethic and professionalism are critical. A valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to legally operate state-owned vehicles is required.
Competitive applicants will have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
- Programming and statistical modeling in R
- GIS and spatial modeling
- Molecular methods for conservation genetics
- Radio-telemetry, including both manual and automated tracking
- ARUs and/or camera systems for remote monitoring
Benefits
The students will be supported by graduate research assistantships with full tuition waivers, competitive stipends, and student health insurance. Teaching opportunities may also be available.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- a cover letter describing your interest in graduate studies and previous research experience,
- a curriculum vitae,
- copies of transcripts, and
- contact information for 3 references.
Method of Application
Application Deadline: September 18, 2026.