International students are encouraged to apply for a fully funded graduate research assistantship at North Carolina State University in the United States. Selected students can pursue a PhD while making contributions to cutting-edge research thanks to this opportunity.
The research focuses on “Using eDNA and occupancy modeling to inform aquatic imperiled species recovery,” and it is overseen by management biologists, Drs. Corey Dunn and Nadya Mamoozadeh.
Participants will acquire useful, in-demand conservation skills, such as species management, occupancy modeling, habitat evaluation, laboratory development, and field application of eDNA surveillance techniques. This program provides a special combination of classroom instruction and hands-on environmental conservation research experience.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Prior to the start date, possess a bachelor’s degree (a master’s degree is desirable) in biology, natural resources, or a closely connected discipline.
- possess prior knowledge of aquatic conservation, quantitative analysis, and molecular methods
- Show an interest in R programming, science communication, species distribution modeling, and both lab and field research.
The United States is the host nation.
Scholarships for Postgraduate and PhD Programs
All countries are eligible to apply.
Benefits include a computer, health insurance, a $30,000 yearly salary, and a full scholarship.
IELTS prerequisite: Not necessary
Benefits :
- Over $30,000 annually for a graduate assistantship (3.5 years of research, 0.5 years of teaching)
- coverage for health insurance
- Complete waiver of tuition
- A computer was given
- Encouragement of business travel
- Federal safety instruction comprised
Deadline: April 5, 2026
