Ph.D. Graduate Research Assistantship: The University of Florida’s Plant Breeding Graduate Program is offering a Ph.D. Graduate Research Assistantship for Fall 2024 in the area of blackberry genetics and genomics. This opportunity, led by Dr. Zhanao Deng, focuses on research related to fruiting habit, berry size, and chilling requirements in blackberries. The assistantship provides a competitive stipend and covers tuition. The student will conduct research at the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research and Education Center in the Tampa Bay area.
Designation: Ph.D. Graduate Research Assistant
Research Area: Blackberry Genetics and Genomics (Fruiting Habit, Berry Size, and Chilling Requirements)
Location: University of Florida, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, Tampa Bay Area
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in plant breeding or a related field.
- Strong research background in plant genetics.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Admission through the UF/IFAS Plant Breeding Graduate Program.
Job Description:
Ph.D. Graduate Research Assistantship in Blackberry Genetics and Genomics
The selected Ph.D. graduate student will engage in research related to blackberry genetics and genomics, with a focus on fruiting habit, berry size, and chilling requirements. The research will be conducted under the guidance of Dr. Zhanao Deng at the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research and Education Center in the Tampa Bay area.
How to Apply:
Interested students should contact Dr. Zhanao Deng via email at zdeng@ufl.edu. When reaching out, please express your interest in the opportunity, briefly outline any relevant experiences, and attach your CV. Qualified students are encouraged to submit an online application for Fall 2024 (application deadline: January 15, 2024) while indicating their interest in this specific position.
Last Date for Apply: January 15, 2024
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information from a reliable source. To verify and obtain further details, please visit the official University of Florida’s Plant Breeding Graduate Program website.
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