Graduate Assistant -dr. Ponniah

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Graduate research in plant biotechnology
Work with sweet potato virus projects
M.s. degree pursuit in agriculture
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offers a supportive environment with a 15:1 student to teacher ratio encouraging close interaction and challenging curricula

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offers a supportive environment with a 15:1 student to teacher ratio encouraging close interaction and challenging curricula.
  • Graduate assistants will conduct research on sweet potato virus reinfection, alternate hosts, and develop virus-tested plants using advanced tissue culture techniques.
  • The University is an equal opportunity institution committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offers a supportive environment with a 15:1 student to teacher ratio encouraging close interaction and challenging curricula.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Graduate research in plant biotechnology
  • Work with sweet potato virus projects
  • M.S. degree pursuit in Agriculture
  • Use of shoot-tip meristem culture
  • Research on virus reinfection and hosts

Nice-to-have

  • Close student-faculty interaction
  • Participation in internships and fellowships
  • Engagement in diverse student organizations

Key Requirements

  • B.S. in agriculture, biotechnology, or related science
  • Minimum GPA of 2.7
  • GRE score of 290+ (verbal + quantitative)
  • Minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper), 213 (computer), or 79 (internet)
  • Submission of letters of recommendation, immunization records, resume, and statement of purpose

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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