•Bachelor's or Master's degree in wildlife ecology, biology, fisheries science, natural resources, rangeland management, or a related discipline

•Minimum undergraduate/graduate GPA of 3.0 or equivalent academic standing

•Demonstrated interest and background in ecological field research and data analysis

•Strong quantitative, organizational, and problem-solving skills

•Excellent written and oral communication capabilities

•Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in team and field settings

•Possession of a valid driver's license (or eligibility to obtain one)

The Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management at Texas A&M University hosts Graduate Research Assistantship opportunities for students pursuing M.S. or Ph.D. degrees.

Successful candidates participate in cutting-edge research covering wildlife ecology, fisheries management, habitat restoration, and conservation biology. Responsibilities include designing and implementing field sampling protocols, managing complex ecological datasets, conducting statistical analyses, presenting findings at regional and national conferences, and publishing results in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Students also engage in departmental academic seminars and collaborate with state and federal resource agencies.

•Competitive annual graduate research stipend

•Full tuition waiver and required university academic fee coverage

•University-subsidized comprehensive health insurance and medical benefits

•Direct financial support for research supplies, travel, and conference presentations