29/12/2025
Graduate Research Assistantships(1 M.S. and 1 Ph.D.)
The Small Farms and Urban Horticulture lab led by Dr. Shivani Kathi at Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Oklahoma State University, seeks 1 MS and 1 PhD student to join us as a cohort of National Needs Fellows(NNF), supported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), for a research project focused on improving vegetable crop production in open-field and semi- controlled production systems. Due to NNF requirements, eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals.
Vegetables are a valuable specialty crop in Oklahoma, but biotic and abiotic stresses threaten plant health, yields, and nutrient quality.This project evaluates sustainable production practices, with the student leading field and high-tunnel trials to assess growth, yield, and nutrient content.The position provides opportunities for hands-on research in vegetable production, teaching experience, collaboration with faculty, professional development through extension programming, community outreach, conference participation, and publication of research findings. Minimum Qualifications:
B.S.(for M.S.) and M.S.(for Ph.D.) in horticulture, plant and soil science, agronomy, or a related
field Strong academic record (minimumGPA3.0) and ability to meet Oklahoma State University
Graduate School admission requirements. Ability to work in outdoor and laboratory spaces Proficient in Microsoft suite Motivation to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team Fulfill eligibility requirements for NNF The anticipated start date is August 2026.
Compensation: Full assistantship (stipend+tuition waiver)
Application Process: Please email the following documents to Dr. Shivani Kathi at [email protected]
Application review process will begin immediately.
1. Curriculum Vitae
2.Contact information for three references
3.Unofficial transcripts
4.GRE scores
5.One-page cover letter describing research interests and career goals
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