Graduate Research Assistant; Ph.D Dutta

Position: Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.) - Dutta

Posting Number

G/R09353P

Working Title

Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.) - Dutta

Department

CAES-Plant Pathology

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Up to 20 hours per week. Schedule to be determined by Supervisor

Advertised Salary

$2,150 per month

Anticipated Start Date

01/01/2021

Posting Date

07/30/2020

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates should provide a CV, and three professional references to Dr. Bhabesh Dutta (bhabesh). Interested candidates may contact Dr. Dutta with any questions regarding this position.

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Survey commercial cole crop fields for the distribution of fungicide resistance among Alternaria sp. using traditional and molecular methods (60% of time).
• Continue graduate student course credits (20% of time).
• Write reports and present data at symposiums (20% of time).

Classification Title

Graduate Research Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

0.45575

Position Summary

This will be a Ph.D. position starting Spring 2021 in the Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia – Tifton campus. The position is based in Coastal Plain Experiment Station in GA. The successful candidate will be responsible for surveying commercial cole crop fields for the distribution of fungicide resistance among Alternaria sp. using traditional and molecular methods.

Candidate should have completed a Master’s Degree in Plant Pathology, and be interested in basic and applied research in Plant Pathology. Candidate will have the opportunity to work in a multi‑state and multi‑disciplinary team of scientists with ample opportunities to interact directly with stakeholders.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification

• M.S. degree in Plant Pathology
• Experience with mycology and bioinformatics are preferred but not required

Physical Demands

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

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

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