PhD Graduate Teaching Assistantship

PhD Graduate Teaching Assistantship - Spring 2027 University of Northern Colorado - Greeley, CO, USA

Position Title:

PhD Graduate Teaching Assistantship - Spring 2027

Position Type:
Research Assistant

Final date to receive applications:
Thursday, October 01, 2026

Institution:
University of Northern Colorado

Department/Division:
Biological Sciences

Field (e.g., systematics):

City:
Greeley, CO, USA

General Information: A PhD Graduate Teaching Assistantship is available in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) starting in spring 2027. We’re recruiting ambitious students ready to tackle the exciting challenge of decoding the complex interactions that connect plants, mycorrhizal fungi, and insects. Students awarded a teaching assistantship are generally supported (during fall and spring semesters) contingent on successful teaching and progress in the program.

The compensation for this position includes a stipend for 9 months, and a full waiver of up to 10 credit hours of tuition per semester (GTA). In addition, summer funding opportunities are available on a competitive basis.

• Applicants must have a BS degree in Biology with an emphasis in plant sciences, or other related disciplines.
• A working knowledge of plant biology, entomology and/or mycology are sought, and experience in laboratory and greenhouse/growth chamber settings are required.
• Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills are essential.

Please review the requirements for admission to UNC.

• International Admissions Requirements: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
• Department of Biological Sciences: https:///

This position requires excellent time‑management and organizational skills, self‑motivation, and critical thinking skills as the graduate student will be responsible for teaching undergraduate laboratory courses, completing graduate‑level coursework, and conducting research each semester.

If you are qualified and interested in pursuing a PhD in Biological Education, please send the following items to Dr. Karen Gomez for initial screening:

• (a) cover letter discussing interest in our research, applicable experience, and goals for undertaking a graduate program
• (b) official or unofficial undergraduate transcripts (GPA≥3.0)
• (c) resume or CV
• (d) name and e‑mail of three professional references

To be considered for a GTA position, applications are encouraged before October 1st, 2026, for the spring 2027 semester.