Assistant Professor - Research

Louisiana State University

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About The Position

The Assistant Professor – Research (APR) will work alongside the sugarcane molecular biologist to conduct research integrating statistical genetics with high-throughput genomics and phenomics data of germplasm resources within breeding program(s) to identify significant marker-trait associations and develop/utilize analytical models for genomic prediction to enhance selection efficiency and rate of genetic gain in variety development program. The incumbent will also work with the rice agronomist at the Rice Research Station agronomic for development of decision-making tools for efficient nutrient management and enhanced water use efficiency working with. In addition to computational work, the candidate will work in laboratory, greenhouse, and field, occasionally outside of normal work hours. The APR is expected to help the PI as a co-principal investigator in securing extramural grant funds.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in plant breeding, genetics, or related field.
• Proven experience in quantitative genetics and genomics.
• Ability to work with genotypic, phenotypic, and environmental datasets using R and/or Python.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in securing grant funding.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research integrating statistical genetics with high-throughput genomics and phenomics data.
• Identify significant marker-trait associations.
• Develop and utilize analytical models for genomic prediction.
• Enhance selection efficiency and rate of genetic gain in variety development programs.
• Work with the rice agronomist to develop decision-making tools for nutrient management.
• Conduct laboratory, greenhouse, and field work.
• Assist the PI in securing extramural grant funds.

Benefits

• Retirement options.
• Multiple medical insurance options.
• Supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.).
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan.
• University holidays (14 per year).
• 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree