Research Associate Specialist

This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 05/31/2027. The individual will perform a variety of duties as a research associate for the senior scientist conducting plant pathology research with agronomic crops at the Macon Ridge Research Station.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in plant Pathology, Plant Science, General Agriculture or other agriculture related fields of study is preferred.
• A master's degree is desired.
• Applicants with a degree in another agricultural or basic science field will be considered qualifying provided they possess significant work experience in a plant science area.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan
• University holidays (14 per year)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System