Wheat Genome Engineering Research Opportunity

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Albany (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) invites you to join Albany, California for a one-year, full-time research opportunity administered by ORISE. The project focuses on genetic engineering of wheat and potentially other plants using Agrobacterium-mediated transformation and CRISPR components.

Under a mentor, you'll learn plasmid vector design, GAANTRY gene stacking, genome editing, and transgenic plant characterization. Start Fall 2026; appointment may be renewed, funds permitting; U.S.

Qualifications

• The qualified candidate should be currently pursuing or have received a master's degree in one of the relevant fields.

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) invites you to join Albany, California for a one-year, full-time research opportunity administered by ORISE. The project focuses on genetic engineering of wheat and potentially other plants using Agrobacterium-mediated transformation and CRISPR components.

Under a mentor, you'll learn plasmid vector design, GAANTRY gene stacking, genome editing, and transgenic plant characterization. Start Fall 2026; appointment may be renewed, funds permitting; U.S.