RaMP - ROADS to Extreme Environments (2026-2027 Cohort)
University of Texas at El Paso·EL Paso, TX·2026 cycle
Closed for cycleEcology/Conservation/Evolutionary Biology✓ verified
Important Update ****NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS: If you have completed your application, but you are still waiting for your references to be sent in to the ETAP website, please email us at ramp@utep.edu to let us know that you are applying. Additionally, you should receive a confirmation email from ramp@utep.edu once you have submitted your application. **** Research opportunities and access for diverse scientists (ROADS) is an NSF-funded RaMP (Research and Mentoring for Postbaccalaureates) program that aims to provide the next generation of global change scientists with transformative research training and professional development - all while engaging them within a supportive academic network at the University of Texas at El Paso, which is a top tier minority-serving research institution. Applications for this immersive training program are open to recently graduated baccalaureate (post-bac) students who have received their degree within the past 4 years; or students who are completing their bachelors degree in Spring 2026 (Before May 30th 2026*). Applicants must have a final GPA of 3.0 (preferred) and applicants that have had limited, or no research experience are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants who are selected for this post-bac training program will: Develop and conduct a year-long research project at UTEP within a faculty members lab Experience innovative science that focuses on identifying the effects global change has on biogeochemical, ecological, evolutionary, and environmental processes in the extreme dryland environments of the Arctic and desert Participate in expert led workshops, seminars, and networking events that aim to enhance the professional skills needed to thrive in graduate school or STEM careers Have an opportunity to publish their findings in scientific journals Be part of a supportive and collaborative team of mentors and peers
Ecology, Evolution, Environment, Arid Environments, Ecosystems, Genomics, Genetics, Plant, Insect, Microbial, Reptile, Soil, Drylands, Bird, Entomology, Botany, Herpetology, Ornithology, Spatial Ecology, Aquatic, Arctic, Desert, Biogeochemistry, Invertebrate, Hydrology, Biology, Aquatic, Conservation, Climate, Adaptation, Bioinformatics, Field Work
Applicants that have had limited, or no research experience are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States. Applicants must have graduated within the last four years (May 2022-May 2026) with a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field. An undergraduate minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
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