Graduate Research Assistantship Opportunity at University of Illinois Springfield, USA

PhD Admission : The University of Illinois Springfield is offering an MS-level Graduate Research Assistantship for participation in GeoAI projects related to surveying or monitoring. The assistantship will be for two years starting on 16 August 2024, providing tuition waiver, stipends for spring and fall semesters, summer income as a field technician, and research support. The selected student will be co-advised by Dr. Yun Zhao and Dr. Tih-Fen Ting.

Potential Projects :

Habitat management and restoration

Monitoring of invasive species

Wildlife conservation

Qualifications :

Background in ecology, conservation, environmental science, or computer science.

Strong writing and quantitative skills.

Coursework and experience with GIS and statistics.

High academic performance.

Endurance for fieldwork.

Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Application Process :

Interested applicants should email the following documents to Dr. Tih-Fen Ting at tting1@uis.edu by 22 April 2024.

1) Cover letter addressing background, qualifications, and research interest.

2) Resume including contact information for three references.

3) Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable).

Suitable candidates will be encouraged to formally apply to the Graduate Assistantships program. For inquiries, contact Dr. Ting at tting1@uis.edu.

Tih-Fen Ting, Ph.D.

Director,

School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability, and Public Health

Acting Program Lead, Environmental Studies

College of Health, Science, and Technology

University of Illinois | Springfield

Springfield, IL 62703

(217) 206-7876

tting1@uis.edu