Graduate Assistantship: Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Program Plant Team Lead
SUNY Brockport | Dept. of Environmental Science and Ecology
The Wetland Ecology Lab at SUNY Brockport invites applications for a Graduate Assistantship (M.S. level) in the Environmental Science and Ecology graduate program. We are seeking candidates to lead the field plant team for our work on the Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Monitoring Program.
The position involves extensive field travel during the summer months to assess coastal wetland condition using standardized protocols. The student will additionally develop a thesis project exploring a topic in wetland ecology.
Timeline:
Field Season Start (optional): June 2026
Academic Start: August 2026.
Stipend funding is for 2 years (August 2026-August 2028)
We are seeking candidates with:
- Strong experience in plant identification (especially Great Lakes wetland/ aquatic flora).
- Ability and willingness to work long days in challenging wetland environments (wading in deep water/muck, canoeing, etc.).Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in scientific writing.
- Experience or a strong desire to learn data management and statistical analysis in R.
Ability to work effectively on a team and supervise an undergraduate technician.
About the Program
The Department of Environmental Science and Ecology at SUNY Brockport is a leader in Great Lakes research, offering students access to a fleet of research vessels and field equipment. Dr. Schultz’s lab focuses on Great Lakes coastal wetland ecology and restoration.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should email Dr. Rachel Schultz (rschultz@brockport.edu) with the subject line “CWMP Graduate Assistantship Application”.
In your email, please provide a cover letter describing how your experience and interests align with the position, a current CV, and contact information for three professional/academic references.
Applications received before January 24, 2026 will receive priority review. Assistantship is contingent on the applicant meeting the requirements of the Environmental Science and Ecology graduate program (https://www.brockport.edu/academics/environmental-science/masters/).