PhD Candidate — Plant Breeding & Genetics Research

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Graduate Research Assistant position at the University of Alaska Fairbanks will support plant breeding and genetics work across field, greenhouse, and lab settings. You will assist with experimental design, data collection and analysis, and contribute to the development of improved plant varieties while gaining hands-on experience in modern breeding methods.

Located on the Troth Yeddha' Campus in Fairbanks, this part-time exempt student role offers training and progression within graduate

Qualifications

• MS degree in Plant Science, Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Plant Biology, Genetics, or related field
• Strong foundation in plant genetics and experimental design
• Experience with field, greenhouse, laboratory, or molecular research
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English
• Ability to meet admission requirements of University of Alaska Fairbanks Graduate School

Responsibilities

• Support research in plant breeding and genetics across field, greenhouse, and laboratory settings
• Assist with experimental design, plant evaluation, data collection and analysis
• Contribute to development of improved plant varieties and understand modern breeding methods
• Communicate results effectively and maintain rigorous scientific standards

Skills

Plant Genetics

Experimental Design

English Communication

Independent & Collaborative Work

Education

MS degree in Plant Science / Plant Breeding / related field

Tools

R

Python

Molecular Markers

Job description

The Graduate Research Assistant position at the University of Alaska Fairbanks will support plant breeding and genetics work across field, greenhouse, and lab settings. You will assist with experimental design, data collection and analysis, and contribute to the development of improved plant varieties while gaining hands-on experience in modern breeding methods.

Located on the Troth Yeddha' Campus in Fairbanks, this part-time exempt student role offers training and progression within graduate