Postdoctoral Researcher

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAG Chancellor- LAES- AGGRC - 2 (Jack Koch (00069001))

Work Location:

Aquatic Germplasm & Genetic Resources Ctr

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 03/31/2028. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.)

Work Location: Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Position Description: Quality management is essential to protecting the gene pools of aquatic species. These programs include quality evaluation, quality control, quality assurance, and training to ensure standardized processes and high-quality material storage among research communities. Additive manufacturing technologies make it possible to fabricate simple, accessible, and inexpensive devices for direct integration into quality management activities. Responsibilities for this position include: (1) advancing the microdevice technology program at the Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center (AGGRC) and Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources-Center of Research Excellence (AGGR-CORE); (2) designing and fabricating microarchitectures and microchip devices capable of addressing the diversity of scale and forms of genetic resources found in aquatic species; (3) designing, integrating, and fabricating electronic sample-quality-capture systems; (4) coordinating and integrating with other AGGRC and AGGR-CORE programs, and (5) developing manuscripts and conference presentations to disseminate information on work performed. Work after hours, including weekends, will be required periodically.

Qualification Requirements: Candidate must have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field. Strong experience in project management, process and chemical engineering, additive manufacturing (e.g., 3-D printing), computational analysis, integrated mechano-electrical platform development, and microfluidic chip design are required. Experience with coding is preferred. Candidate must be able to lead interdisciplinary teams, collaborate in an intersectoral environment, and have strong written and oral communication skills.

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: Janauary 20, 2026 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 files containing a letter of application, curriculum vita, official university transcripts, and three letters of reference. 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. Jack Koch

AGGRC

LSU AgCenter

2288 Gourrier Ave

Baton Rouge, La. 70820

Phone :225 578 6257

E-mail: jkoch@agcenter.lsu.edu

Website: www.lsuagcenter.com

The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Posting Date:

January 6, 2026

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.