Assistant Professor - Research

Louisiana State University

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About The Position

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options.
• Retirement options.
• 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.
• Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree