Assistant Professor - Research

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor- Research

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAG PL1 - SPESS - Plant Environmental and Soil Sciences (Niranjan Baisakh (00005139))

Work Location:

0106 Madison B. Sturgis (New Agronomy Bldg)

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position for one year. Extension of appointment is contingent upon the availability of funds and satisfactory job performance).

Work Location: School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Description: 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 the breeding program(s) to identify significant marker-trait associations and develop/utilize analytical models for genomic prediction to improve selection efficiency and enhance the rate of genetic gain in the variety development program. The incumbent will also work with the rice agronomist at the Rice Research Station to develop decision-making tools for efficient nutrient management and enhanced water use efficiency. In addition to computational work, the candidate will work under laboratory, greenhouse, and field settings, occasionally outside of normal work hours, to help in routine operations and data collection. The APR is expected to help the PIs in securing extramural grant funds as a co-principal investigator

Qualification Requirements: Ph. D. degree in Plant Breeding, Genetics, or related field with proven experience in quantitative genetics and (computational) genomics. The candidate must have the ability to work with a multitude of sequence-based genotypic, phenotypic, and environmental datasets using Python and/or R. Applicants must be motivated to work independently as well as in a team. Strong writing and communication skills are required to present research results through publications and relevant conference presentations.

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: October 4, 2025, 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 cover letter describing research statement, detailed recent CV, official university transcripts, and names of three references. 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:

Niranjan Baisakh, Ph. D.

Associate Professor

School of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences

Louisiana State University Agricultural Center

104 Madison B Sturgis Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Phone: 225-578-1300; Fax: 225-578-1403

Email: nbaisakh@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 Employer.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Assistant Professor- Research

Posting Date:

September 8, 2025

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.

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.

Essential Position (Y/N):

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.

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.