This research opportunity supports evaluation of barley and malt characteristics to improve malting quality. Participants will conduct wet lab assays, analyze phenotypic data, and disseminate findings to collaborators. The program offers mentorship and hands-on experience in malting science, including grain grading, micro malting, enzyme activity assays, and mashing procedures. The appointment is one year, renewable, with stipend support.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens with an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in relevant scientific disciplines including Computer, Information, and Data Sciences; Earth and Geosciences; Life Health and Medical Sciences; or Mathematics and Statistics.