UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory
Graduate Research Assistant (MS) - Bag
UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604
Graduate Research Assistant (MS) - Bag
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Position Details Posting Number G/R10773P Working Title Graduate Research Assistant (MS) - Bag Department CAES-Plant Pathology Location of Vacancy Tifton Area The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Duties/Responsibilities
The job includes but is not limited to work in laboratory, greenhouse and field to study the molecular epidemiology of insect-transmitted viruses in GA. Develop research design, diagnostic tools, data analysis, interpretation, project management, results summarization, and formal presentations in meetings and symposiums. Percentage of time: 70% Continue graduate student course credits. Percentage of time: 20% Writing reports, and presenting data in symposiums. Percentage of time: 10% Position Information
Classification Title Graduate Research Assistant FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE .46975 Minimum Qualifications
Masters graduate position is available starting Summer 2021 in the plant virology Laboratory, Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia-Tifton. The successful applicant will contribute to a project involving insect-transmitted virus, characterization, and epidemiology crops grown in the region including vegetable, peanut and cotton. Studying the various component of the pathosystem with emphasis on virus-vector and virus-host interaction in cotton crops important to Georgia. Application of genomics approach for host resistance against the viruses in cotton crops. Disseminate the research outcomes through conferences, symposia, and peer-reviewed research articles. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Recent undergraduate with major in molecular biology/plant science/plant biology/biochemistry/biotechnology with GPA 3.5 and above is preferred. Experience in Plant virology labs and exposure to the field, greenhouse and molecular labs would be an added advantage. Higher GRE and a good TOEFL score are needed as per UGA guidelines. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Prior experience and exposure to molecular techniques, field analysis is preferred. Physical Demands
Light lifting, sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Contact Information
Interested applicants may contact Dr. Sudeep Bag (Sudeepbag@uga.edu) with any questions regarding this position.
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Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
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Please attach GMAT/GRE testing verification/scores in documents and 3 reference letters in PDF. Interested applicants may contact Dr. Sudeep Bag (Sudeepbag@uga.edu) with any questions regarding this position. Posting Details
Position Details Posting Number G/R10773P Working Title Graduate Research Assistant (MS) - Bag Department CAES-Plant Pathology Location of Vacancy Tifton Area The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Duties/Responsibilities
The job includes but is not limited to work in laboratory, greenhouse and field to study the molecular epidemiology of insect-transmitted viruses in GA. Develop research design, diagnostic tools, data analysis, interpretation, project management, results summarization, and formal presentations in meetings and symposiums. Percentage of time: 70% Continue graduate student course credits. Percentage of time: 20% Writing reports, and presenting data in symposiums. Percentage of time: 10% Position Information
Classification Title Graduate Research Assistant FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE .46975 Minimum Qualifications
Masters graduate position is available starting Summer 2021 in the plant virology Laboratory, Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia-Tifton. The successful applicant will contribute to a project involving insect-transmitted virus, characterization, and epidemiology crops grown in the region including vegetable, peanut and cotton. Studying the various component of the pathosystem with emphasis on virus-vector and virus-host interaction in cotton crops important to Georgia. Application of genomics approach for host resistance against the viruses in cotton crops. Disseminate the research outcomes through conferences, symposia, and peer-reviewed research articles. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Recent undergraduate with major in molecular biology/plant science/plant biology/biochemistry/biotechnology with GPA 3.5 and above is preferred. Experience in Plant virology labs and exposure to the field, greenhouse and molecular labs would be an added advantage. Higher GRE and a good TOEFL score are needed as per UGA guidelines. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Prior experience and exposure to molecular techniques, field analysis is preferred. Physical Demands
Light lifting, sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Contact Information
Interested applicants may contact Dr. Sudeep Bag (Sudeepbag@uga.edu) with any questions regarding this position.
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