SCHOLARSHIP: University of Nevada, USA International Scholarship for Postgraduate |Masters Students
The University of Nevada is seeking a graduate research assistant (MS student) in wildlife ecology to study the contributions of trace mineral elements and space use on elk survival in Nevada.
The research project seeks to understand potential causes of puzzling springtime mortality of elk in northern Nevada that may contribute to population declines. In collaboration with staff at the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), the student will evaluate whether spring mortality is driven by trace mineral deficiencies, novel diseases, space use, and/or landscape-scale factors.
The student will be based out of the Nevada Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit (NVCFWRU) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and will have opportunity to pursue their MS degree through the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences or the Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology programs.
About university:
The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant research university in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is the state’s flagship public university and primary land grant institution. It was founded on October 12, 1874, in Elko, Nevada.
Scholarship deadline:
February 10, 2025
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: USA
- Study Abroad: Study in USA
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scolarship | $24,000 Living Stipend | Health Insurance
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the University of Nevada Scholarship, you must:
- Have a BS in ecology, wildlife biology, or related field.
- be interested in population, disease, and/or landscape ecology and possess experience with field research, statistical analysis, and/or R programming.
- be motivated, enthusiastic, creative, collaborative, and productive, with strong oral and written communication skills.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Cover letter,
- CV,
- Unofficial transcripts, and
- Contact information for 3 references
To apply for the University of Nevada Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Send an email containing a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for 3 references to Brian Folt (bfolt@unr.edu).
- Interested applicants are welcome to reach out with questions via email before applying.
- The group will begin reviewing applications on 10 February 2025 and the position will be open until filled.
Scholarship Benefits:
The University of Nevada Scholarship offers full support including;
- a stipend ($24,000/year)
- plus tuition waiver and
- a student health benefits for 2+ years.
