Midwest Climate Adaptation Science Center Graduate Assistantship at UW-Madison
We are seeking applications for the Midwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (Midwest CASC) Graduate Assistantship for the 2026-27 academic year (Sept 2026-August 2027). Current or incoming UW-Madison Ph.D. or M.S. students pursuing research applicable to the mission of the Midwest CASC are eligible for consideration. One one-year research assistantship, which includes tuition, will be awarded. Graduate students who are interested in working with state, federal, non-governmental, and tribal natural resource managers to create actionable science are particularly encouraged to apply. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is part of the USGS Midwest CASC consortium. See full position description for “How to Apply” by July 6, 2026 and contact information for questions. (Effective July 3rd, the deadline date was changed from July 3 to July 6.)
Summer Undergrad Field Season 2026 – All Positions Filled
Eligibility: Students must be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in summer 2026 or fall 2026 at an accredited college or university in the USA as freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior. UW-Madison students would be given priority.
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison in an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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