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🌾 Graduate Research Assistant – Ph.D. / M.S. Position | University of Arkansas
Institution: University of Arkansas – Department of Food Science
📍 Location: Arkansas, USA
💼 Position Available: Graduate Research Assistant – Ph.D. / M.S.
🔬 Research Area: Rice Chemistry | Grain Quality | Food Processing | Starch & Protein Functionality | Nutritional Evaluation | Data Analysis
The Department of Food Science at the University of Arkansas, through the Ingredients, Biomaterials & Plasma Processing Laboratory, is inviting applications for a Graduate Research Assistant Ph.D./M.S. position. The selected candidate will join a multidisciplinary research team developing innovative processing technologies to improve rice quality, functionality, and human health.
The research involves collaboration with researchers and industry partners across food science and related fields.
🔬 What You’ll Work On
Rice Chemistry & Grain Quality
Conduct research focused on rice chemistry, grain quality, and functional properties to better understand and improve rice-based food systems.
Rice Processing
Investigate rice processing technologies including milling, drying, and parboiling and their impact on product quality.
Food Processing & Optimization
Work on food processing and process optimization to develop improved processing technologies and enhance food quality.
Protein & Rice Digestion
Study protein composition and rice digestion to understand nutritional and functional characteristics.
Starch Functionality & Digestibility
Investigate starch functionality and digestibility and their relationship to food quality and human health.
Glycemic Index Research
Explore strategies for reducing the glycemic index (GI) of rice and improving its nutritional characteristics.
Statistical Analysis
Apply statistical analysis and experimental design to research data and support evidence-based conclusions.
🎯 Ideal Candidates
You hold a B.S. or M.S. degree in Agricultural Engineering, Food Engineering, or a closely related field.
The GRE is required, with a minimum Analytical Writing score of 4.
You have a strong interest in:
- Food processing
- Cereal grains
- Human health
- Rice science and technology
- Food and nutritional research
You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Previous laboratory or research experience is preferred but not required.
🌟 What You’ll Gain
- Opportunity to conduct multidisciplinary research at the University of Arkansas.
- Hands-on experience in food science, rice processing, and nutritional research.
- Exposure to advanced research in rice chemistry, food processing, and starch/protein functionality.
- Opportunity to collaborate with researchers and industry partners.
- Experience with statistical analysis and experimental design.
- $33,000 annual stipend.
- 100% tuition coverage.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Opportunity to contribute to research focused on food quality and human health.
💰 Financial Support
Annual Stipend: $33,000
Tuition: 100% Covered
Health Insurance: Provided
Program: Ph.D. / M.S.
Start Term: Spring 2027
📄 How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Brief statement of research interests and career goals
- Unofficial academic transcripts
📧 Submit a single PDF containing all documents to:
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
📅 Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
🎓 Program Start: Spring 2027
🌐 Research Information: alternativeprotein.uark.edu
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
📌 Job Details
Institution: University of Arkansas
Department: Department of Food Science
Laboratory: Ingredients, Biomaterials & Plasma Processing Laboratory
Position: Graduate Research Assistant – Ph.D. / M.S.
Location: Arkansas, USA
Program Start: Spring 2027
Research Areas: Rice Chemistry | Grain Quality | Food Processing | Starch & Protein Functionality | Nutritional Evaluation | Data Analysis
Qualification: B.S. or M.S. in Agricultural Engineering, Food Engineering, or closely related field
GRE: Required – Minimum Analytical Writing Score of 4
Research Experience: Preferred but not required
Annual Stipend: $33,000
Tuition Coverage: 100%
Health Insurance: Provided
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Application Email: nmoudapa@uada.edu
Category
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