[Expired] Funded Master’s Position in Geomorphology at UTRGV

This position is no longer available.

University: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Country: United States

Deadline: Rolling admissions

Fields: Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Geology, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Sciences

The Geomorphology Laboratory at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), under the direction of Dr. Tian Y. Dong, invites applications for a funded master’s position. The successful candidate will participate in a Department of Energy-funded research project investigating water, sediment, and nutrient accumulation in the abandoned channels of the Rio Grande Delta, with fieldwork based in Bahía Grande, South Texas.

Requirements

– Bachelor’s degree in Earth/Planetary Sciences, Engineering, or a related field

– Strong background in mathematics, physics, and statistics

– Experience with numerical modeling (e.g., ANUGA Hydro)

– Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python)

Preferred Qualifications

– Experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro) and Adobe Illustrator

– Skills in drone data collection and processing

– Previous fieldwork in geomorphology or hydrology

Position Details

– 12-month salary: $15,000 (renewable for up to two academic years)

– Tuition support, research supplies (including a laptop), and conference travel funding

– Opportunity to live in a region with low living costs and a vibrant economy

Application Instructions

– Admissions are rolling; GRE is not required

– Submit an academic CV and a one-page statement outlining research interests, relevant experience, and academic/career goals

– Send application materials to Dr. Tian Y. Dong at [email protected]

For more information, contact the School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences, College of Sciences, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, TX, USA.

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