Deadline
2025-07-15
Value of Scholarship
Full Scholarship & $26,500 Living Stipends
$26,500
$26,500
Country Tenable
United States
Renewable
No
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Graduate Assistantship 2025 (Fully Funded | $26,500 Stipend)
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is offering a fully funded graduate research assistantship for students beginning a Master’s degree in Biology in Fall 2025 (starting September 1st, 2025).
This opportunity includes a $26,500 annual stipend and full tuition support. The position is tied to a funded research project studying the movement of invasive carp species in the Lower Wisconsin River.
Project Overview:
The selected graduate student will:
- Develop a master’s thesis on carp movement and habitat use
- Use acoustic tagging data to understand transition probabilities across occupancy zones
- Work closely with Dr. David Schumann and natural resource agencies
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:
- Hold a B.A. or B.S. in Fisheries Science, Aquatic Biology, Ecology, or a related field
- Have coursework in statistics and experience in scientific writing
- Show interest in fieldwork and collaboration with natural resource agencies
- Preference given to those with:
- Field sampling experience in aquatic/fisheries ecology
- Experience analyzing movement data
- Past contributions to scientific research or publications
Benefits:
- $26,500 annual stipend
- Full tuition coverage as part of a fully funded research assistantship
- Opportunity to work on a real-world conservation project in collaboration with experts
Required Documents:
To apply, prepare and send the following:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Unofficial transcripts
- Contact information for three references
- Brief cover letter describing your background and research interests
How to Apply:
Email your application materials to Dr. David Schumann at:
Visit Dr. Schumann’s lab website for more details:
Priority review begins July 15, 2025 – applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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