| Type of position | M.S. graduate research assistant in Weed Science |
| Employer | Washington State University |
| Description of Employer | For more information about the Washington State University Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center, please visit: https://iarec.wsu.edu |
| Location | Prosser, WA |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Benefits | Full tuition and benefits for M.S. student |
| Closing date of competition | Open till filled |
| Date position available | Fall 2023, negotiable |
| Description of duties |
The Weed Science program at WSU-IAREC in Prosser, WA, is seeking a motivated student with interest in Applied Weed Science for a Master’s student graduate assistantship. The candidate will conduct field, greenhouse and lab experiments with focus on integrated weed management in vegetable and specialty crops in Columbia Basin region of Washington State. The candidate will also organize and assist in field operations, participate in extension education programs, prepare research reports & peer-reviewed publications, as well as present scientific findings at regional and national meetings, etc. |
| Qualifications sought |
The applicant must have a bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record in plant science, agronomy, or a related field. Strong written and oral communication skills and previous field and greenhouse experiences are preferred. |
| Contact for additional information | Dr. Rui Liu, [email protected] |
| Application procedure | |
| Submit what | Send CV and cover letter, describing your background and research interests, via email to [email protected]. |
| Submit to | After initial screening, the prospective student will submit an application to the WSU Graduate School. The application requirements and link are found here: https://css.wsu.edu/graduate-studies/how-to-apply/. |
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