Research Associate Specialist

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(This is a grant-funded position through 06/30/2026. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.)

Work Location: Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center (AGGRC) at 2288 Gourrier Ave Baton Rouge Louisiana 70820.

Position Description: The individual will be expected to perform a variety of duties as a research associate at AGGRC. These duties include supervision of student employees conducting basic laboratory techniques including reproductive biology and cryopreservation research and managing aquatic research animals including fish amphibians and invertebrates. Current projects would require the successful applicant to cooperate with various personnel of the AGGRC and related units in joint tasks.

Qualification Requirements: A minimum of a bachelors degree in the field of biological sciences with an emphasis in marine biology. Candidates must have strong written and oral communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates with excellent leadership and organizational skills. Training in animal husbandry and water chemistry is required.

LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Current 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 selection process.

Application Deadline: July 29 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified.

Application Procedure: Apply online at (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:

Chris Toepfer

AGGRC

LSU AgCenter

2288 Gourrier Ave Baton Rouge La 70820

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