美国俄亥俄州立大学植物病理系博士招生 全额奖学金

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Ph.D. Graduate Research Assistant Position Available in Plant-Microbe/Microbiome Interactions, Fall 2017

Department of Plant Pathology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210  U.S.A.

Description: The successful applicant will conduct research using a wide range of approaches in biochemistry, genetics, genomics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, metabolomics, and cell biology. The research will aim to study the plant immunity against diverse pathogens; and improvement of plant immunity and yield by beneficial microbes from phytobiome.

Qualifications:
• M.S. in plant biology, microbiology, plant pathology, genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology or related area;
• Experience in plant immunity, microbial pathogenesis, beneficial microbes, plant-microbe interaction/ phytobiome related study, and evidence of excellent accomplishment in conducting scientific research
• Skills in biochemistry, genetics, genomics, molecular biology, cell biology, next-generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and metabolomics
•  Ability to work in a team and also independently
•  Excellent communication, reading, and writing skills in English

Application materials include an online application, GRE general scores, statement of intent, curriculum vita, transcripts from all college institutions attended, and 3 letters of recommendation.  International applicants should review requirements for English proficiency (TOEFL or other approved test).

For application instructions, visit: http://plantpath.osu.edu/future-students/graduate-application.  

Applications: Submit complete application in single one PDF including (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) contact information of three references to Dr. Ye Xia  (xia.374@osu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until successful candidate is identified.

See more research information on http://plantpath.osu.edu/our-people/ye-xia