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Oklahoma State University

MS and PhD Positions in Turfgrass Science, Water Conservation, and Plant Physiology at Oklahoma State University Oklahoma State University in United States

Degree Level

Master's, PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full assistantship is provided, including a stipend and tuition waiver. Additional support includes professional travel to conferences such as ASA-CSSA-SSSA.

Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

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United States

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Oklahoma State University

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Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Plant Physiology
Water Conservation

About this position

The Turfgrass Science Lab at Oklahoma State University, under the leadership of Dr. Mingying Xiang, is recruiting one MS student and one PhD student to begin in Summer 2026. The research assistantships focus on Bluemuda irrigation management, spring dead spot incidence under water-conservation strategies, and freeze tolerance of warm-season turfgrasses. Students will use integrated field, greenhouse, and plant physiology approaches to address key challenges in turfgrass science and agronomy.

Research topics include year-round performance of Bluemuda (bermudagrass + Kentucky bluegrass) systems, turfgrass water-use efficiency under deficit irrigation, effects of water-management practices on spring dead spot disease incidence, and freeze tolerance and spring recovery of bermudagrass. The lab offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and travel to major conferences such as ASA-CSSA-SSSA.

Applicants should have a B.S. (for M.S.) or M.S. (for Ph.D.) in turfgrass, agronomy, or a related field, with a strong interest in turf management, plant physiology, and water conservation. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are required, and research experience is preferred. The assistantship includes a stipend and tuition waiver, making it a fully funded opportunity for qualified candidates.

To apply, candidates should email Dr. Mingying Xiang with a cover letter outlining research interests and career goals, a CV, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for two references. The review process begins immediately and continues until the positions are filled, so early application is encouraged.

This opportunity is ideal for students passionate about turfgrass science, water conservation, and plant physiology, seeking to advance their research skills in a supportive academic setting at Oklahoma State University.

Funding details

Full assistantship is provided, including a stipend and tuition waiver. Additional support includes professional travel to conferences such as ASA-CSSA-SSSA.

What's required

Applicants must hold a B.S. (for M.S.) or M.S. (for Ph.D.) in turfgrass, agronomy, or a related field. Strong interest in turf management, plant physiology, and water conservation is required. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are expected. Research experience is preferred but not mandatory. Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing research interests and career goals, a CV, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for two references.

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