Graduate Research Assistantships: Oklahoma State University

School: OK Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit

Location: Stillwater

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Salary: 16-18K annually plus benefits

Start Date: 01/05/2017

Last Date to Apply: 12/01/2016

 

Description:

     I am seeking MS candidates to examine different aspects of fish and stream ecology. Projects will focus on the spawning and recruitment ecology of Smallmouth Bass, and evaluating the effects of introduced Rainbow Trout on native fishes.

 

Qualifications: 

   Candidates with a strong interest in research topics are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with radio telemetry and/or experience identifying macroinvertebrates. Successful applicants will be dedicated students who are highly motivated to conduct research in the field and in a laboratory environment. Students will be funded on research assistantships, which include a competitive stipend, health insurance, and a tuition waiver.
    Prospective graduate students should send an e-mail to Dr. Shannon Brewer (shannon.brewer@okstate.edu) no later than December 1 with "Graduate Assistantship" in the title, and include:  

(1) Cover letter

(2) CV

(3) Statement of research interests and experience

(4) Scientific writing sample (e.g., laboratory report, undergraduate thesis, manuscript)

(5) GRE scores (if available; if not, indicate date the GRE will be taken)

(6) Unofficial copies of transcripts

(7) Contact information for three references working in fisheries, ecology, or a closely related field. Projects can begin sometime between Jan and June 2017.