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Job Posting Title: Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year) Position Type: Other Academic Department: LSUAG PL1
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- Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology (Madison Flasco (00086583)) Work Location: A0401 Life Sciences Annex Pay Grade: Other Academic Job Description: (This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 7/31/2027. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment through 7/31/2028 with no expectation of continuation beyond the stated end date.) Work Location: The position will be housed on the LSU Ag. Center Campus in Baton Rouge, LA, at the Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology, LSU Ag. Center. Position Description: A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available within the Plant Virology Lab at Louisiana State University with a specific focus on assessing virus establishment and movement in sweetpotato plants, with particular attention given to virus coinfection dynamics. This multidisciplinary project involves insect-mediated virus transmission experiments spanning both the greenhouse and laboratory. Additional responsibilities include training students and visiting scholars. Prior experience with virus detection, molecular biology, sweetpotato or other root crops, and virus-vector work is preferred. Qualification Requirements: The candidate must have a Ph.D. in plant pathology, entomology, or related field. Strong experience in virus-vector dynamics, virus transmission, molecular virus detection, project management, and a strong publication record is preferred. Ideal candidates will have experience in setting up and conducting lab and greenhouse experiments. The candidate must be able to collaborate with members of the lab and multidisciplinary teams and have strong written and oral communication skills. Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The LSU Ag. Center 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: June 5. 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. Madison Flasco 302 Life Science Building Baton Rouge, LA 70903 Phone : 225-578-4052 E-mail: mflasco@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 (2-year or less) Posting Date: May 20, 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 Ag. Center 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, next. Source 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 Ag. Center , is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System).
The LSU Ag. Center 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 Ag. Center 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 Ag. Center’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 Ag. Center Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu .