Posting Details
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Posting Number G/R10773P Working Title Graduate Research Assistant (MS) - Bag Department CAES-Plant Pathology About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 06/01/2021 Posting Date 12/08/2020 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
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.
Location of Vacancy Tifton Area EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
The job includes but 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 Duties/Responsibilities
Continue graduate student course credits.
Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Writing reports, and presenting data in symposiums.
Percentage of time 10
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Graduate Research Assistant FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE .46975 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary
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 position is based in Coastal Plain Experiment Station at Tifton GA. 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 on 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.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes 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. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
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