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Graduate Research Assistant

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu02948P
Home Org Name Crop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences
Division Name College of Agriculture
Position Title Graduate Research Assistant
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
The cotton and soybean breeding program at Auburn University is seeking a Ph.D. graduate student to assist with research activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing a dissertation research project related to improving host plant resistance to foliar diseases in cotton and soybean. It will be the responsibility of the graduate research assistant to familiarize themselves with the Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Graduate Student Handbook.
Essential Functions
1) Work 20 hours per week in the cotton breeding research program; 
2) Teach one undergraduate laboratory section twice during the duration of their appointment; 
3) Publish their research findings in peer-reviewed journals; 
4) Present their research findings at a minimum of two professional conferences; 
5) Maintain good academic standing within the department, college, and university; 
6) Participate in departmental social and professional activities. Within the candidate’s first year they will be expected to setup an advisory committee and program of study.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student
  • Bachelors degree in genetics, crop science, pathology, biology or related field


Expectations:
  • Strong communication skills
  • Familiarity with plant genomic laboratory techniques, plant pathology, and capacity to learn and conduct field-based phenotyping
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in plant breeding or related plant biology program
Pay Rate $30,000/year with tuition and fee waivers
Work Hours 40
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 11/16/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/41911

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Other Documentation
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  2. * Are you currently an enrolled Graduate Student at Auburn University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have a Bachelor of Science degree in genetics, crop science, entomology, biology or related field?
    • Yes
    • No