Research Associate Specialist (Aquatic Invertebrate Biology)

Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 5/1/2027. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment. This is an opportunity for highly motivated, independent, and innovative individuals to combine aquatic invertebrate biology and open technologies in a highly interdisciplinary environment. Responsibilities include one or more of following duties: (1) independent research and process development for germplasm cryopreservation, reproductive physiology of aquatic invertebrates; (2) collaboration with engineers and designers to produce hardware devices for germplasm preservation; (3) close coordination for repository development with national stock centers and groups that provide aquatic invertebrates research; (4) development of manuscripts and presentations to disseminate information; (5) animal husbandry of aquatic invertebrates, or (6) coordination of outreach efforts for community development. Work after hours including weekends may be required periodically.

Requirements

• B.S. in Natural Resource Ecology and Management, or a related field
• Experience in aquatic invertebrate husbandry and specimen handling
• Experience with reproductive biology techniques or cryopreservation concepts
• Demonstrated project management or leadership experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with aquatic invertebrates and reproductive biology
• Experience with CAD, 3-D printing, and open hardware
• Strong desire for intersectoral collaboration
• Experience with additive manufacturing (e.g., 3D printing, CAD)
• Familiarity with open-source hardware development
• Experience working in interdisciplinary or industry-collaborative environments
• Experience with liquid nitrogen handling and cryogenic systems

Responsibilities

• Independent research and process development for germplasm cryopreservation, reproductive physiology of aquatic invertebrates
• Collaboration with engineers and designers to produce hardware devices for germplasm preservation
• Close coordination for repository development with national stock centers and groups that provide aquatic invertebrates research
• Development of manuscripts and presentations to disseminate information
• Animal husbandry of aquatic invertebrates
• Coordination of outreach efforts for community development

Benefits

• 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
• Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees