Graduate Research Assistant-Plant Molecular Biology
About The Position
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant in Plant Molecular Biology. This temporary (fixed term) position involves research focused on understanding the role of Pita genes in Blast disease resistance in Rice. The role requires developing plasmid constructs, performing tissue culture, Agrobacterium-based transformation, analyzing gene-edited lines, and evaluating mutant lines for resistance. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU dedicated to providing a high-quality, affordable education with a personal touch, fostering an environment of learning, growth, and productivity.
Requirements
- Resume
- Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Responsibilities
- Develop a plasmid construct for CRISPR-Cas9
- Perform tissue culture of rice seeds
- Conduct Agrobacterium-based transformation
- Analyze gene-edited lines using Sanger sequencing
- Evaluate mutant lines for resistance to blast isolates
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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