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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Professor - Research
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAG Chancellor - LAES - Aquatic Germplasm & Genetic Resources Center (Terrence R Tiersch (00011984))
Work Location:
0101 Aquatic Germplasm & Genetic Resources Ctr
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
Work Location: Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Position Description: This is a non-tenure track, grant-funded position (100 % research; 0 % teaching). The successful candidate will support interdisciplinary research and community engagement efforts at the intersection of cryobiology, anthropology, and open science for aquatic species. This position includes key roles in repository development, technology outreach and public engagement, and will require a high level of enthusiasm and independence.
Conduct research on community-based strategies for developing and maintaining cryopreserved germplasm repositories of aquatic species. Lead and contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives that integrate open-source technology, anthropology, and cryobiology. Manage community engagement and outreach programs and teams, including coordination of facility tours, events, and science communication. Prepare manuscripts, conference presentations, and workshops to disseminate program outcomes and promote repository adoption. Manage existing grants and actively engage in developing new grant proposals.
Qualification Requirements:
Ph.D. in anthropology, mass communications, agriculture extension, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience in museum curation, community outreach, and public program coordination.
Prior involvement in the supervision of sample collection and curation activities is highly desirable.
Experience in STEAM education initiatives is highly desirable.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, including fluency in Spanish and French.
Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Date Available: Upon completion of the interview process.
Application Deadline: October 16, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching files containing a letter of application, curriculum vita, official university transcripts, and three letters of reference. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:
Dr. Terrence R. Tiersch, Professor
Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center
Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
2288 Gourrier Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
Phone: (225) 578-6257
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Posting Date:
September 16, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed [email protected].
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