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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAG PL1 - DE - Entomology (Jeffrey A Davis (00012905))

Work Location:

Life Sciences Building

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

Work Location: LSU AgCenter, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Position Description: This is a fully funded position for up to two years, but yearly continuation depends on satisfactory job performance. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to lead a project to monitor spotted wing drosophila in native mayhaws and develop an enhanced management program to strengthen the economic and environmental sustainability of the Louisiana mayhaw industry. The successful candidate will collaborate with cooperating farmers in wild and commercial mayhaw orchards to map spotted wing drosophila infestation timings and patterns of migration and to evaluate and validate sustainable control strategies.

Qualification Requirements: PhD in Entomology or related discipline. Experience in outreach, fruit crop production and pest management, and mating disruption is preferred. Proven ability in diligent documentation, record-keeping, and reporting of experimental data is required. Must have a valid driver's license.

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. 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: December 31, 2023, 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 a brief statement of interest, current CV, official university transcripts, and contact information for three references willing to provide written recommendations. 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. Jeffrey A. Davis, Associate Professor

Louisiana State University

Department of Entomology

404 Life Sciences

Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Phone: (225) 578-5618

Email: jeffdavis@agcenter.lsu.edu

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/Affirmative Action Employer.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position located in the LSU AgCenter Department of Entomology in Baton Rouge, La. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.

Posting Date:

November 2, 2023

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.

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely 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.

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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

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. To learn more, visit The AgCenter’s Diversity, Inclusion and Opportunity site.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.

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