About the opportunity
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Details of University of Illinois Graduate Assistantship Scholarship:
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) at the University of Illinois is seeking highly motivated PhD or MS students to join its research team to quantify the impacts of different stressors on fish populations.
The project anticipates graduate opportunities for 1-2 different research projects related to (1) fish passage around lock and dam structures in large rivers, (2) movement ecology of fishes in Lake Michigan, and (3) linking landscape use with the abundance of river fishes.
Work will consist of both laboratory experiments and field studies, and will involve both behavioral and physiological responses. Projects will be conducted in collaboration with several state, federal and industry partners. Results will inform policy on conservation practices to enhance and protect freshwater fisheries.
Eligibility Requirements for 2027 University of Illinois Scholarship
To be considered for the University of Illinois Scholarship, you must satisfy the following requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience with fish handling, fish care in a laboratory setting, or fisheries techniques in a field setting.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently, and contribute to a research team.
Desired Experience:
A BS degree in biology, ecology, fisheries or other related discipline (MS required for PhD applicants).
Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently. Research productivity, experience conducting statistical analyses, and experience communicating scientific findings through oral and written communication are important.
Experience with fish telemetry, as well as planning and coordinating field teams, would be an asset.
Valid driver’s license is required.
Benefits of University of Illinois Graduate Assistantship 2027
The fully funded graduate assistantship covers;
tuition fees
a living stipend of $29,000 to $31,000 per year
health insurance
Required Documents for University of Illinois Scholarship 2027
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
CV
Cover Letter
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