Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year)
Louisiana State University
A0401 Life Sciences Annex, Unknown
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Competitive
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(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 7/31/2027. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment through 7/31/2028 with no expectation of continuation beyond the stated end date.)
Work Location: The position will be housed on the LSU AgCenter Campus in Baton Rouge, LA, at the Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology, LSU AgCenter.
Position Description: A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available within the Plant Virology Lab at Louisiana State University with a specific focus on assessing virus establishment and movement in sweetpotato plants, with particular attention given to virus coinfection dynamics. This multidisciplinary project involves insect-mediated virus transmission experiments spanning both the greenhouse and laboratory. Additional responsibilities include training students and visiting scholars. Prior experience with virus detection, molecular biology, sweetpotato or other root crops, and virus-vector work is preferred.
Qualification Requirements: The candidate must have a Ph.D. in plant pathology, entomology, or related field. Strong experience in virus-vector dynamics, virus transmission, molecular virus detection, project management, and a strong publication record is preferred. Ideal candidates will have experience in setting up and conducting lab and greenhouse experiments. The candidate must be able to collaborate with members of the lab and multidisciplinary teams and have strong written and oral communication skills.
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: June 5. 2026 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. Madison Flasco
302 Life Science Building
Baton Rouge, LA 70903
Phone : 225-578-4052
E-mail: mflasco@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.
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.
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.
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.