Graduate Assistant -dr. Ponniah

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Not specified
Plant biotechnology research
Virus reinfection in sweet potato
Alternate hosts for viruses
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support research in plant biotechnology, beginning Fall 2024. Candidates must possess a B.S. in agriculture or related fields and meet specific academic criteria, including a minimum GPA and GRE scores

Job Summary

  • Master's level graduate research assistantships in plant biotechnology are available starting Fall, 2024, focusing on understanding virus reinfection in sweet potato, determining alternate hosts for sweet potato viruses, and developing virus-tested sweet potato plants.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU dedicated to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch, fostering learning, growth, and productivity.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offers a challenging curriculum, opportunities for workplace readiness through internships, and a vibrant campus life with over 90 student organizations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support research in plant biotechnology, beginning Fall 2024. Candidates must possess a B.S. in agriculture or related fields and meet specific academic criteria, including a minimum GPA and GRE scores.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • plant biotechnology research
  • virus reinfection in sweet potato
  • alternate hosts for viruses
  • shoot-tip meristem culture

Nice-to-have

  • diverse student population
  • close interaction with faculty
  • challenging curricula
  • workplace readiness development

Key Requirements

  • B.S. in agriculture, biotechnology, or related science
  • Minimum GPA of 2.7
  • GRE of 290+ (verbal + quantitative)
  • TOEFL score of 550 (paper), 213 (computer), or 79 (internet)

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