M.Sc. or Ph.D. Assistantship in Plant-Microbe Interactions and Soil Microbiology at the University of Florida University of Florida in United States

Graduate Student Opportunity: M.Sc. or Ph.D. Assistantship in Plant-Microbe Interactions at the University of Florida, Department of Plant Pathology.

The Martins Lab is seeking motivated graduate students to join a multi-state USDA-NIFA project, Hunting for Healthy Soils. The research focuses on how soil micro-predators shape microbial communities and promote plant health in organic production systems.

This opportunity is well suited to students interested in plant pathology, microbiology, soil science, nematology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and statistical data analysis. The work includes laboratory and greenhouse experiments, molecular analyses such as qPCR and metagenomics, and analysis of biological data. The selected student will also contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

Applicants should have relevant coursework or experience in the listed fields, plus hands-on experience with molecular techniques, strong collaborative skills, and good communication. The post highlights collaboration with top-tier institutions across a multi-state initiative and direct contributions to sustainable agriculture.

Funding is described as a graduate assistantship; no stipend or tuition details are provided in the post.

To apply, email [email protected] by August 10 with the subject line Graduate Assistantship – Plant-Microbe Interaction: Spring 2027. Include a brief cover letter, CV, and unofficial transcripts.