Graduate Research Assistant; Ph.D Bag

Position Summary

PhD position is available starting Spring 2025 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 research objectives and coursework will be done from UGA‑Tifton Campus. The successful applicant will contribute to a project involving insect‑transmitted virus, characterization, and epidemiology of crops grown in the region including vegetables, peanuts and tobacco.

Studying the various components of the pathosystem with emphasis on virus‑vector and virus‑host interaction in 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.

• 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.
• Continue graduate student course credits.
• Writing reports, and presenting data in symposiums.

• Recent graduate with major on molecular biology, plant science, plant biology, plant virology, biochemistry, biotechnology or allied subject 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.

Light lifting, standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks); 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.

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.

Recruitment Contact:
Sudeep Bag
e‑mail: sudeepbag
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