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    Job Posting Title:
    Research Associate 3


    Position Type:
    Other Academic


    Department:
    LSUAM Science - BioS - Ecology and Evolution of Biodiversity (Flavia Alejandra Montano


    Work Location:
    A0143 Life Sciences Annex


    Pay Grade:
    Other Academic



    Job Description:

    Plans, organizes and conducts highly independent research upon the approval of the principal investigator. Designs, tests and evaluates methods and protocol for research projects, analyzes, summarizes and organizes collected data. Together, with the principal investigator, leads manuscripts and publishes results of investigations in peer-review journals. Along with the principal investigator, writes and submits grants for research on varied topics of ecology and conservation.

    Under the guidance of the principal investigator, organizes field work settings and coordinates activities for data collection in national and international settings.

    Purchase and/or recommend purchase of new equipment for research projects; under the direction of the principal investigator, generally responsible for the scientific operations in laboratory and field work; may supervise laboratory and field personnel.


    Duties Include:
    50% Summarizes completed protocols and studies; writes scientific articles and manuscripts for publication and presentation.

    20% Collects, curate, prepare and analyzes samples, specimens and other types of data (acoustic, photographic) collected in field work.

    20% Collates and analyzes complex ecological data. Maintains databases and curates data.


    10% Assists in laboratory management tasks, such as the selection and purchasing of laboratory and field equipment, and organization and execution of field campaigns.


    Minimum Qualifications:
    Bachelor's degree in Ecology with 2 years experience with statistical analysis of big data, data curation and database maintenance. Proficient with coding (R) and geographic information systems. Experience with phylogenetic analyses. Field experience in the Neotropics. Spoken Spanish required for fieldwork. Proficient with coding (R) and geographic information systems.


    Job Competencies required:


    Proficient with Knowledge of scientific principles, research design and research protocols, including analysis and collection of samples; Ability to learn new analytical skills, as applicable to the position; Ability to communicate research findings to different target public (researchers, non-scientific community).


    Advanced in Ability to work as part of a team; Ability to perform field and laboratory work, as applicable to the position.


    Preferred Qualifications:
    Master's degree in Ecology with statistical analysis of big data, data curation and database maintenance. Proficient with coding (R) and geographic information systems. Experience with phylogenetic analyses. Field experience in the Neotropics, setting permanent plots for plant and/or animal monitoring. Spoken and written Spanish (required for fieldwork and to prepare dissemination materials. Proficient with coding (R) and geographic information systems.

    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 questions or concerns regarding this posting, please contact Dr. Flavia Montano at


    Posting Date:
    May 3, 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


    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):
    LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:


    LSU is 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

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    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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