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    Job Posting Title:
    Research Associate


    Position Type:
    Other Academic


    Department:
    LSUAM Science - BioS - Computational Biology - Genotypes (Maheshi Dassanayake


    Work Location:
    A0114 Life Sciences Annex


    Pay Grade:
    Other Academic



    Job Description:

    The candidate will develop innovative biotechnology methods to control invasive plant species during drought, floods, and other climate-induced stresses.

    This work will involve independent literature searches on how invasive plant species respond to climate stresses and apply both molecular biology and computational tools to design the new control methods.


    Duties Include:
    30% Growth assays of invasive plants.

    30% Development of biocontrol methods.

    20% Conduct genomic and transcriptomic analyses.

    20% Write manuscripts.


    Minimum Qualifications:
    Master's degree in Biology, bioengineering, genetic engineering, plant genetics, genomics, virology, ecology, or a related field.


    The candidate is expected to possess hands-on experience with at least some (if not all) of the following laboratory skills: molecular cloning, plasmid construction, DNA sequencing, quantitative RT-PCR, RNA interference (RNAi)-based gene knockdown, and bioinformatics.


    Preferred Qualifications:
    PhD with virus-induced gene silencing (preferred but not required).


    Required Job Competencies:
    Proficient in Basic molecular biology methods.

    Advanced in Plant growth methods in lab and greenhouse.

    Beginner with Conducting genomic and transcriptomic analyses

    Additional

    Job Description:


    Special Instructions:
    Please submit a current cv and contact information of 3 references. An official transcript showing highest degree obtained will be needed prior to hire. For additional information, please contact Lori Bond


    Posting Date:
    January 2, 2024

    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 - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more


    Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely 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):
    LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:


    LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society.

    We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU's Diversity Statement and Roadmap.

    LSU is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

    For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ).


    HCM Contact Information:
    For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e

    g, resumes, RS:
    17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at or email For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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