[PCA] JOB: Graduate Research Assistant (Lubbock, TX)

[Kwong, Olivia]

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Position Announcement: Graduate Research Assistant
Rare Plant Ecology
Dr. Jyotsna Sharma
Department of Plant and Soil Science
Texas Tech University
253, Plant Science Bldg, 15th St.
Lubbock, Texas 79409; USA
jyotsna.sharma at ttu.edu; 806.843.2637

An M.S. Graduate Research Assistant is solicited to investigate rare orchid
ecology as a member of my laboratory. The position begins on 25 August
2014. Two rare orchid taxa are part of this ongoing project. Studies are
designed to assess reproductive biology and molecular mycorrhizal ecology.

Requirements:
1. A B.S. degree in an ecology-based discipline within Plant or Biological
Sciences. The GPA should be ≥ 3.0.
2. Exposure to, or experience in, using molecular techniques.
3. Strong affinity for: (1) reading and writing, (2) detailed and reliable
data- and record-keeping, and (3) data analyses.
4. Exceptional organizational and coordination skills.
5. A strong work ethic and an ability to adapt to long, non-regular work
hours, as needed.
6. Ability to work independently and as a productive member of a research
team.
7. Ability to complete all admission requirements.

Stipend and Benefits:
Competitive. This Graduate Research Assistantship will include payroll
fringe and partial course fees.

Application:
Please submit the following to jyotsna.sharma at ttu.edu as a single PDF file
by 2nd June 2014:
1. A statement of research interest describing past experience and future
goals in plant ecology. Please specifically address how your prior
experience, skills, and future goals match the position requirements listed
above (1-7).
2. Curriculum vitae, including names, complete address, phone, and e-mail
for at least three references.
3. Copies of academic transcripts clearly showing the B.S. GPAs. Unofficial
copies are acceptable initially. If you are an international student,
please convert your GPA to the U.S. Scale.
4. GRE scores
5. TOEFL scores (if applicable)

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Employer
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