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MS GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT AT THE TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY 

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Application Deadline: 10/31/2025

LOCATION: USA

Texas Tech University seeks a student to contribute to an NSF-funded program on assessing the variation of fuel attributes as drivers of grassland wildfire behavior. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Have a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Prior experience with remote sensing and/or fire ecology is desirable.

Strong, demonstrated interest in at least one of these areas is required. 

The student will predict fuel characteristics at regional scales using remote sensing and will assist with experimental fires and contribute to a fire-focused network of land managers and scientists in the Southern Great Plains. Prior experience with remote sensing and/or fire ecology is desirable. Strong, demonstrated interest in at least one of these areas is required. Start date is flexible from January to September 2026.

To apply, please submit a cv (with names of three references), an unofficial transcript, and a cover letter to nathan.gill@ttu.edu

Contact:

Nathan Gill – nathan.gill@ttu.edu (preferred contact method)

BENEFIT:

In addition to a $19,000 annual stipend, generous benefits and full tuition remission will be provided. 

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SWISS GOVERNMENT RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS

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Application Opens: 4 August 2025; Deadline: 28 November 2025

LOCATION: Switzerland

The scholarship enables selected applicants to carry out a one-year research project as part of their doctoral studies at a Swiss higher education institution or recognized research institute. Valid only for full-time research in Switzerland.

ELIGIBILITY:

Highly qualified early-career researchers from all academic fields, including young medical doctors.

Priority will be given to individuals who have not previously studied or conducted research in Switzerland (see eligibility criteria for exceptions).

Master’s degree or equivalent completed by 31 July 2026 (for ETH Zurich: 30 June 2026).

Date of birth after 31 December 1990.

Detailed research plan with a timeline specifying key milestones and activities.

Applicants must have a letter of support from an academic supervisor in Switzerland (including a short CV).

If the applicant already resides in Switzerland, the date of entry must not be earlier than 1 August 2025 (submit a copy of the registration confirmation or residence permit).

Selection criteria: Academic profile, research competence, and motivation

Originality and methodological quality of the project

Quality of supervision and potential for future collaboration

Duration: Maximum of 12 months

No extensions possible

Start date: 1 September 2026

BENEFIT:

CHF 1,920 per month to cover basic living expenses for one person. This scholarship is not a salary

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