Graduate Research Assistantship in Plant and Soil Ecology

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.

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