Graduate Research Assistant, Plant Pathology

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

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.