Salary: starting at $37,000 per year
Description: A M. S. graduate assistantship is available in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware starting in July 2026. The research will focus on investigating the abundance and occupancy of mesocarnivores in Delaware with an emphasis on gray fox and possibly weasels. The student will coordinate a camera trap survey across the entire state. It will be the first survey of mesocarnivores conducted in Delaware. The student will be responsible for coordinating and conducting fieldwork associated with the project. The selected candidate will also be responsible for data entry, data analysis, and writing reports. Our goal will be to provide information to the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife to better manage these carnivore species. The development of additional research objectives by the student will be encouraged. This position will be a joint position in the Bowman/Holland research lab.
Qualifications: We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified student interested in pursuing a M.S. in Wildlife Ecology. To be considered, applicants must have a B.S. degree in wildlife ecology or closely related discipline. Minimum requirements are an undergraduate GPA of 3.0. The GRE is not required. Individuals with mesocarnivore camera survey experience are preferred. Pertinent field, statistical, and data management experience and skills are desirable, including experience with ArcGIS, Excel, R, and Word. The student must be reliable, punctual, willing to work long hours in difficult field conditions, willing to work with and supervise technicians, and maintain working relationships with private landowners and state biologists. The student must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle. Applicants should email a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the project, resume/CV, unofficial transcript(s), and 4-5 references (at least two should be from faculty where you received your degree) as a single pdf document. Applicants should include both Dr. Bowman (jlbowman@udel.edu) and Dr. Holland (aholland@udel.edu) on the email.
Contact
Dr. Jacob L. Bowman
jlbowman@udel.edu (preferred contact method)
