Applications are open for a fully funded graduate research assistantship at Pittsburg State University in the United States for international students interested in pursuing a Master’s degree in Amphibian Ecology.
The Pittsburg State University Graduate Assistantship offers full tuition waivers, competitive living stipends, student health insurance, and potential teaching opportunities. The selected students will conduct research on conservation-priority amphibian species in Kansas, working alongside university researchers and agency biologists.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Pittsburg State University
- Host Country: United States
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships | Graduate Assistantships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Field of Study: Amphibian Ecology | Conservation Biology | Ecology
- Reward: Full Tuition Waiver | Living Stipend | Health Insurance
- IELTS: Not Required
- Programme Start: January 2027
- Deadline: September 18, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Pittsburg State University Applied Ecology Lab is recruiting two M.S. students to undertake research focused on the ecology and conservation of amphibian species of conservation concern in Kansas.
The selected students will work with Dr. Andrew George and agency biologists to develop research projects covering areas such as amphibian status and distribution, movement ecology, and conservation genetics.
Research will be conducted across both private and public lands using a range of field, laboratory, and analytical techniques.
The programme is particularly suitable for students interested in ecology, wildlife conservation, environmental science, genetics, and related fields.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Pittsburg State University Graduate Assistantship, applicants must:
- Have completed a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field by May 2026.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Have previous research experience relevant to the proposed projects.
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Be prepared for extensive travel to remote field locations.
- Be comfortable working long hours outdoors, including under adverse weather conditions, biting insects, and occasional after-dark conditions.
- Be able to communicate professionally with landowners and natural resource professionals.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic and professionalism.
- Hold a valid U.S. driver’s license and be legally able to operate state-owned vehicles.
Competitive applicants may have experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Programming and statistical modelling using R.
- GIS and spatial modelling.
- Molecular methods for conservation genetics.
- Radio-telemetry, including manual and automated tracking.
- Acoustic recording units (ARUs) and/or camera systems for remote monitoring.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful students will receive:
- Full tuition waiver.
- Competitive graduate research assistantship stipend.
- Student health insurance.
- Graduate research experience in amphibian ecology and conservation.
- Opportunities to work with university researchers and agency biologists.
- Potential teaching opportunities.
Required Documents
Applicants should be prepared to submit:
- Cover letter explaining their interest in graduate studies and previous research experience.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Copies of academic transcripts.
- Contact information for three references.
Unofficial transcripts and test scores may be submitted initially. Official documents will be required later as part of the formal admission process.
How to Apply
To apply for the Pittsburg State University Graduate Assistantship:
- Review the programme requirements and research areas carefully.
- Prepare your cover letter, CV, transcripts, and three references.
- Combine the required materials and send them as email attachments.
- Address your application to Dr. Andrew George.
- Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
- The research project is expected to begin in January 2027.
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