Assistant Professor of Research

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor of Research

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM HSE - School of Kinesiology (Arend W. A. Van Gemmert (00010803))

Work Location:

1250 H.P. Long Field House

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

College of Human Sciences & Education

School of Kinesiology

Assistant Professor of Research

The primary tasks of a Professor of Research will be to operate the equipment to support faculty who require measurement of metabolic and bioenergic changes, and mitochondrial function. This new faculty member will also be tasked to start his/her own project line thus contributing to an expansion of research expenditures in the School of Kinesiology. The Assistant Professor of Research will also be tasked to mentor and train students, post-docs, and faculty in the measurements used to determine metabolic changes.

40% Research project management: As PI/CO-PI on funded grants, the Assistant Professor of Research is expected to perform all duties described in these projects, including but not limited to preparing progress and final reports, conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing data, attending grant related meetings, preparing publications, reports, and presentations to enhance the School’s local and national recognition.

20% Research mentoring: The Assistant Professor of Research is expected to mentor other members of the grant team, including other School of Kinesiology staff, graduate and/or undergraduate students.

20% External project development: Prepare materials & proposals for submission to granting agencies and foundations for external funding to advance the School of Kinesiology capacity and levels of impact within the University, the Louisiana community, and the nation.

15% Research Dissemination: Disseminate knowledge through reports, articles, white papers and presentations at the local, state and national symposia and/or conferences, and assist the School of Kinesiology to build capacity to develop grants.

5% Other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Kinesiology or related field. Experience in research and/or academic setting. Evidence of substantial experience in metabolic profiling. Strong academic and research credentials directly related to carry out research related in the area of physiology.

Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Kinesiology or related field. Two or more years of research experience in an academic setting. Specific interest n aging and the association between exercise and prevention of age- and obesity-related cardiometabolic diseases (e.g., type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and sarcopenia); thus, supplemental research interest to current research foci of faculty in the division of Exercise Physiology.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit a letter of application describing interest in this position and qualifications; a current vita; official transcripts; and the contact information of at least three references – including phone numbers and email addresses. Must pass a satisfactory background check.
For further information or questions, contact Arend Van Gemmert @ gemmert@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

June 10, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

September 9, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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