Michigan State University Graduate Assistantships

Information about a 5-year Graduate Research Assistantship in Plant and Soil Ecology at Michigan State University’s Department of Forestry and Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences is found here:

• The PhD student will be co-advised by multiple professors from various institutions and will lead a project on crop rotation effects on crop performance and yield through plant-soil feedback.
• The work will involve field, greenhouse, and laboratory research.

Assistantship requirements:

Key requirements for the candidate include:

• An undergraduate degree in plant/soil ecology or a related field,
• Exceptional academic standing,
• GRE and TOEFL scores (if applicable),
• Experience in report-writing or drafting research articles,
• Valid driver’s license by summer 2024.

Most preferred candidates for the Assistantship:

Preference will be given to applicants:

• With a Master's degree,
• Background in soil and plant microbiology,
• Experience in molecular techniques,
• Field/greenhouse studies,
• Statistical analyses, and peer-reviewed publications.

Assistantship benefits:

• The assistantship includes a bi-weekly stipend, first-year stipend will be $31,366,
• A tuition waiver for up to nine credits per semester in the fall and spring and five credits during the summer,
• An out-of-state tuition waiver for extra credits,
• Enrollment in the University's graduate health insurance plan.
• Additional funding sources are available, and students will be assisted in seeking this funding.

In summary, the Graduate Research Assistantship in Plant and Soil Ecology at Michigan State University offers a comprehensive 5-year program for a PhD student, including a substantial stipend, tuition waivers, and health insurance. The program seeks a highly qualified candidate with a strong background in plant/soil ecology or related fields and provides opportunities for extensive research and additional funding sources.

Information about Athletic Training Graduate Assistantships's responsibilities at Michigan State University (MSU) is as follows:

Responsibilities:

These assistantships involve various responsibilities, including:

• Providing sports medicine services to MSU intercollegiate athletic teams,
• Teaching Kinesiology (KIN) courses (especially first aid),
• Offering athletic training services to local high schools.

Interested individuals should contact Dr. Tracey Covassin for more details.

The performance of each athletic training GA is evaluated at least annually by Dr Covassin and the supervisor of the assigned athletic training facility, based on the:

• Fulfilment of assistantship duties,
• Maintenance of athletic training skills and Certifications,
• Professional demeanour.