Barley & Oat Genomics Research Intern

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Aberdeen (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is offering a research opportunity with the USDA ARS in Aberdeen, Idaho. The program centers on barley and oat improvement, involving lab, greenhouse, and field work under a mentor. Applicants should be pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in life/medical or agricultural sciences.

The appointment is full-time for one year with potential renewal, and the stipend is $3,395.00 monthly. Eligibility requires U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, earned within the past 12 months or anticipated to be earned by 12/31/2026.

Responsibilities

• Join barley and oat improvement work across laboratory, greenhouse and field environments under mentor guidance.
• Learn to prepare plant bacterial colonies and fungal cultures, extract DNA from plant tissue, and run PCR with interpretation of results.
• Attend mentor-approved meetings and workshops to build foundational research skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Health and Medical Sciences or Agricultural Sciences or related fields

Job description

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is offering a research opportunity with the USDA ARS in Aberdeen, Idaho. The program centers on barley and oat improvement, involving lab, greenhouse, and field work under a mentor. Applicants should be pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in life/medical or agricultural sciences.

The appointment is full-time for one year with potential renewal, and the stipend is $3,395.00 monthly. Eligibility requires U.S.