FWS Spring 2026, Horticulture Undergraduate Research Assistant - Computational Genomics & Bioinformatics (Plant Breeding)

Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate student in a related field (e.g., Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Biology, Plant & Soil Sciences, Horticulture, Biotechnology).

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Minimal physical requirements; ability to work at a computer for extended periods. Occasional in-person meetings and onboarding on campus.

Weekdays between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Strong attention to detail, organized file/data management habits, and ability to document work clearly. Curiosity about genetics/genomics, interest in applying computation to plant science problems, and motivation to build practical skills. Ability to work independently while also communicating clearly in a collaborative research team.

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