Location: USA
Program: Postgraduate (Masters Degree)
Eligibility: International students
Duration: 3 years
Deadline: April 30, 2026
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The M.S. Assistantship (Hellbenders) at Marshall University is offered through the Herpetology and Applied Conservation Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences. The program seeks two highly motivated graduate students to conduct research on eastern hellbenders in West Virginia, under the mentorship of Dr. Jayme Waldron and Dr. Shane Welch. Students will work collaboratively with state, federal, and NGO stakeholders, and are encouraged to develop and implement an M.S. thesis within the funded research project.
Marshall University is a public research university located in Huntington, West Virginia. The Department of Biological Sciences has an established graduate program with strong emphasis on applied conservation, field-based research, and collaborative science. The university supports graduate students through competitive assistantships, tuition waivers, and mentored research experiences that prepare them for careers in wildlife biology, ecology, and natural resource management.
Benefits of the Assistantship
This assistantship will provide the following to its recipients:
- A salary of approximately $18,000 per year
- Full tuition waiver (excluding fees)
- Opportunity to conduct research at a leading U.S. university in the field of applied conservation biology
- Access to high-quality graduate education and field research infrastructure
- Graduate Teaching Assistantship for at least four (up to six) semesters
- Mentorship and professional development in grant writing, data analysis, and scientific reporting
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this assistantship, applicants must meet the following:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, wildlife science, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Must be able to swim and hold a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Must have at least one year of prior field research experience.
- Demonstrated interest in hellbender ecology, population ecology, or demographic modeling is strongly preferred.
- Must be committed to strict safety protocols and tolerant of challenging field conditions.
- Must demonstrate maturity, a strong collaborative work ethic, and willingness to work independently when needed.
- Must be fully committed to a three-year minimum assistantship starting August 2026.
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
Qualified candidates for the M.S. Assistantship (Hellbenders) will be selected based on a combination of academic merit, relevant field research experience, demonstrated commitment to hellbender or wildlife conservation, and potential to contribute effectively to the research team and the broader goals of the funded project.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
