Job Description

I am looking for a Master’s and a Ph.D. student to join my lab at South Dakota State University, SDState College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences in the department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science, starting Spring 2026. 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eq_YaQuG
Please note that only applications submitted through this link will be considered.

Our program focuses on Quantitative Genetics, Genomics, and Plant Breeding, integrating:
🌾 Multi-source data collection (manual, proximal, UAV)
🧬 Data mining and omics integration
📊 Mixed-model, G×E, and GWAS analyses
🤖 AI-based modeling and trait prediction

This is an exciting opportunity for students passionate about quantitative genetics, genomics, high-throughput phenotyping, and big data analytics in Sorghum and Corn.

Ideal candidates should have:
✔️ Strong background in plant sciences, agronomy, or related fields
✔️ Good programming skills (R/Python preferred)
✔️ Interest in field and computational research
📍 Location: Brookings, South Dakota
📅 Start: Spring 2026

🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eq_YaQuG

Join us in advancing data-driven breeding strategies for resilient and sustainable crop improvement!