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FULLY FUNDED GRA/GTA POSITIONS IN GIS/GEOHEALTH/GEOSPATIAL BIG DATA ANALYTICS/GEOAI AT OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

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LOCATION: USA

Dr. Tao Hu invites applications for fully funded PhD Research Assistant positions starting in Spring 2027 or Fall 2027. The GRA will primarily focus on recently funded National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) projects, using GIS and GeoAI to address pressing public health challenges. Applicants with backgrounds in GIS, Computer Science, Informatics, Mathematics, Statistics, Epidemiology, or any related area are welcome to apply.

ELIGIBILITY:

To be considered for the 2027 Oklahoma State University Scholarship, you must meet the requirements below;

Backgrounds in GIS, Computer Science, Informatics, Mathematics, Statistics, Epidemiology, or any related area are welcome to apply.

Preference will be given to candidates who are highly motivated, proficient in GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS Pro), familiar with quantitative methods, comfortable with programming, eager to learn, hardworking, and interested in an area related to Dr. Hu’s research focuses, including:

Geospatial big data analytics

Human behavior and public health

Location-based social media data analytics

Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI)

Human mobility

Spatial epidemiology

Prospective students should submit their resumes, transcripts, and research plan to Dr. Hu via email at tao.hu@okstate.edu. International applicants should also share their TOEFL or IELTS test results. Successful applicants will receive mentorship and training to become prolific and independent scholars. You will have opportunities to publish in top-tier international conferences and journals, collaborate with world-class researchers, and establish yourself as a leader in the field. OSU Graduate Application

BENEFIT:

Funding will be available to support the student through a research assistantship, but the student will also have an opportunity with teaching or research assistantships.

This will cover tuition fees, a living stipend, conference and research travel, and health insurance.

Successful applicants will receive mentorship and training to become prolific and independent scholars.

You will have opportunities to publish in top-tier international conferences and journals, collaborate with world-class researchers, and establish yourself as a leader in the field.

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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (STATE) GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP IN CONSERVATION SCIENCES

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Application Deadline: 30th November, 2026

LOCATION: USA

The University of Minnesota (State) is seeking an outstanding student to pursue a PhD research project to advance the study of white-tailed deer health and disease ecology in partnership with Bemidji State University and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa (FDL Band). 

ELIGIBILITY:

Bachelor’s in wildlife biology, ecology, or a related field. 

Strong work ethic; excellent oral and written communication skills; high attention to detail; the ability to work independently and with external partners; and deep respect for indigenous sovereignty and dedication to cultivating respectful partnerships with indigenous communities in research. 

A positive attitude and the personality to work/live amicably with others will also be an advantage. 

Willingness and ability to work long hours in the field in extreme weather conditions. 

This research is focused on understanding deer population health dynamics and its association with deer management and survival.

Health data generated from this research will be used to conduct a disease risk analysis to clearly identify and prioritize disease hazards to mitigate during the potential translocation of elk.

The collaborative project will involve a substantial amount of field work (which the student will plan and implement), data collection and management, laboratory activities, and advanced epidemiological and ecological modeling.

Preference will be given to candidates with Native American heritage. 


More information?

Check out the University of Minnesota Conservation Sciences Program.  

To apply, a formal application package must be submitted at Slate and includes 1) a cover letter that highlights experiences and interest in graduate training, 2) your CV/resume, 3) your unofficial transcripts, and 4) 3 references. The application deadline is November 30, 2026. Please contact Dr. Tiffany Wolf at wolfx305@umn.edu for additional questions regarding this opportunity.

Contact: Tiffany Wolf wolfx305@umn.edu (preferred contact method)

BENEFIT:

Salary: Up to $30,300 per year

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