Graduate Assistant -dr. Ponniah

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Not specified; not specified; benefits eligible: y...
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B.s. in agriculture or biotechnology
Minimum gpa of 2.7
Gre score of 290 or higher
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Graduate Assistant in the Agriculture Department to support research projects in plant biotechnology while pursuing an M.S. degree in Agricultural Regulations. The position requires a relevant bachelor's degree and specific GPA and GRE scores, with an emphasis on research in sweet potato virus management

Job Summary

  • The position offers a master's level graduate research assistantship in plant biotechnology starting in Fall 2024.
  • Candidates will research virus reinfection in sweet potatoes, determine alternate hosts for viruses, and develop virus-tested plants.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing high-quality education with a personal touch.

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Graduate Assistant in the Agriculture Department to support research projects in plant biotechnology while pursuing an M.S. degree in Agricultural Regulations. The position requires a relevant bachelor's degree and specific GPA and GRE scores, with an emphasis on research in sweet potato virus management.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • B.S. in agriculture or biotechnology
  • Minimum GPA of 2.7
  • GRE score of 290 or higher
  • TOEFL score meeting minimum requirements
  • Statement of purpose submission

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in plant virology
  • Experience with shoot-tip meristem culture
  • Strong academic background in related sciences

Key Requirements

  • B.S. degree in agriculture, biotechnology, or related science
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.7
  • GRE verbal plus quantitative score of 290+
  • Valid TOEFL score (550 PBT, 213 CBT, or 79 iBT)
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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