Funded M.S. Assistantship in Watershed Restoration and Geospatial Analysis at Texas A&M University–Kingsville Texas A&M University - Kingsville in United States

Funded M.S. assistantship available in watershed restoration at Texas A&M University–Kingsville in Kingsville, Texas. The position is hosted by the Xi Lab, which works on forest and rangeland restoration, geospatial analysis, and ecosystem management.

The project is supported by a grant under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban and Community Forestry Program. Funding includes a stipend and an out-of-state tuition waiver, making this a strong option for students seeking a funded master’s opportunity in environmental and restoration sciences.

Ideal applicants should have a B.S. in Biology, Forestry, Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, Geography, GIS, or a closely related field. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, independence, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in outdoor field conditions.

Preferred experience includes ecological restoration, rangeland ecology, or forestry, plus work with geospatial datasets, remote sensing, and GIS technologies. The student will primarily conduct field surveys, statistical analyses, and spatial analyses.

Applications are reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled. The expected start date is September 2026, with appointment targeted for Summer 2026. Interested candidates should email a single PDF to [email protected] containing a letter of interest, CV, unofficial transcripts, and three academic or research references.