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The Graduate Scholarship offered by the University of Montana presents fully funded Master Scholarships for eligible and interested candidates seeking to pursue studies in the USA.
This scholarship covers the entire tuition fee and provides a comprehensive stipend of $26,000 along with various other benefits.
In this announcement, we will furnish details, a summary, prerequisites, advantages, and a systematic guide for a successful application for the scholarship.
SUMMARY OF UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP:
- Location: USA
- Scholarship Type: Masters
- Eligible Countries: All
- Funding: Fully Covered with a $26,000 Stipend
- No IELTS Requirement
- Application Deadline: May 1, 2024
DETAILS OF UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
We welcome applications for a graduate position in applied quantitative ecology within the Wildlife Biology Program at the University of Montana (UM).
This initiative aims to develop and enhance abundance estimation techniques to comprehend the influence of management on large mammal populations in Montana, US.
The selected candidate will collaborate closely with researchers, natural resource professionals, and field technicians to assess how animal distribution and behavior impact the estimation of ungulate population size.
To be eligible for the University of Montana Scholarship, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, ecology, statistics, computer science, or closely related disciplines, along with three of the following qualifications:
- Proficiency in a programming language
- Experience in spatial analysis
- Proficiency in managing and analyzing wildlife monitoring data
- Experience in field data collection
BENEFITS OF UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP:
- The position is based in Missoula and commences on August 1, 2024.
- The research assistantship spans 2 years and comes with a competitive compensation package, including an annual salary of $26,000 (inclusive of summer), tuition coverage, health benefits, and other perks.
DOCUMENTS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR MONTANA UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP: APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS
- Cover letter detailing motivations for pursuing a graduate degree, demonstration of adaptability, initiative, and description of a challenge overcome.
- CV (maximum 3 pages).
- Transcripts.
- Names and contact details of three references.
HOW TO APPLY FOR UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP (STEP BY STEP): TO APPLY, INTERESTED AND QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD
- Complete the initial step by emailing the aforementioned documents as a single PDF attachment with “MSc Montana Large Mammal” in the subject line to Dr. Mahdieh Tourani at mahdieh.tourani@umt.edu by May 1, 2024.
- Applications will be reviewed promptly, and the selection process will continue until the position is filled.
- Prominent candidates will receive invitations to proceed with the application to the Wildlife Biology Program within the UM Graduate School as the subsequent step in the process.
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