Louisiana State University
Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year)
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Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year)
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAG PL1 - DE - Entomology (Blake Emerson Wilson (00003618))
Work Location:
Life Sciences Building
Pay Grade:
Other Academic
Job Description:
This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track two-year position through 12/31/28. This is a 2-year, term limited postdoctoral appointment with no expectation of continuation beyond the stated end date.
Work Location: LSU Main Campus, Baton Rouge, LA
Position Description: A two-year, grant-funded post-doctoral researcher is needed to oversee field, greenhouse, and laboratory research activities into management strategies for the invasive pasture mealybug, Heliococcus novovillei, in sugarcane. The position is full-time in the LSU Department of Entomology on the main campus in Baton Rouge, but will require travel to research field sites in other regions of the state. The tentative start date is January 1, 2027 though earlier starts may be accommodated. The post-doc will be expected to work independently to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and publish and present results. Research activities include toxicological assays, field demonstration trials, and remote sensing. The post-doc will also supervise and instruct summer field assistants and facilitate graduate student research.
Qualification Requirements: A PhD in Entomology or other agricultural field is required. Possession of a valid driver's license is required. Diverse IPM research experience including work in agricultural research settings is desired. Applicants with experience researching plant-insect interactions, insecticides, and insect ecology is preferred.
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.
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Date Available:
Upon completion of the selection process.
Application Deadline:
November 30th, 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 with at least three references, and official university transcripts. 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:
Blake Wilson
Department of Entomology
LSU AgCenter
404 Life Science Building
Phone: 985-373-6193
E-mail: bwilson@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com
Additional Job Description:
Competencies: None
Special Instructions:
Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year)
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
September 30, 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):
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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.
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