Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.) - Dutta

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 20,311 - 27,565; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.) in Plant Pathology at the CAES-Plant Pathology department (Tifton campus) to survey cole crop fields for fungicide resistance in Alternaria species and study seed infection modes. The position includes up to 20 hours per week and a salary of $2,150 per month.

Responsibilities include substantial laboratory, greenhouse, and field work, completing coursework, and preparing reports for symposium presentations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Plant Pathology is required.
• Experience with mycology and bioinformatics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory, greenhouse, and field work to study fungicide resistance of Alternaria species.
• Complete graduate student coursework and credits.
• Write reports and present data at symposiums.

Skills

Mycology

Bioinformatics

Education

Master’s degree in Plant Pathology

Job description

Position Summary

Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.) – Dutta

Department: CAES-Plant Pathology. Ph.D. position starting Spring 2021 at the University of Georgia – Tifton campus, set in Coastal Plain Experiment Station. The role involves surveying commercial cole crop fields to assess fungicide resistance among Alternaria species using traditional and molecular methods. The candidate will also study seed infection modes and develop mitigation strategies.

Employment type: Employee, up to 20 hours per week; schedule determined by supervisor. Advertised salary: $2,150 per month.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 60% laboratory, greenhouse, and field work to study fungicide resistance of Alternaria species.
• 20% completion of graduate student coursework and credits.
• 20% writing reports and presenting data at symposiums.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Plant Pathology (required).
• Experience with mycology and bioinformatics preferred.

Physical Demands

Light lifting, standing and/or sitting for extended periods.

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