Assistant Professor of Marine Ecology

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Job Posting

Title:

Assistant Professor of Marine Ecology

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM CCE - Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (Kanchan Maiti ))

Work Location:

1002X Energy, Coast, and Environment Building

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) at Louisiana State University (LSU) seeks an Assistant Professor of Marine Ecology. Candidates for this position should have an academic background in marine ecology, including, but not limited to: fisheries ecology, conservation ecology, behavioral ecology, community and ecosystem level processes, and related fields. Candidates who conduct research related to spatial management, coastal, estuarine, or marine trophic dynamics at spatial scales ranging from estuaries to the deep ocean are encouraged to apply.

This position is part of an exciting multi tenure-track position hire within DOCS consisting of five new faculty hires with an expected start date of Fall 2026.

About the Department:
Established in 1860, LSU is Louisiana's flagship land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant institution, as well as an R1 research university. The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) has strong biological, physical, chemical, geological, fisheries, meteorology, and wetland biogeochemistry programs in continental shelf, coastal, estuarine, and wetland environments. Located in the state capital of Baton Rouge, on the banks of the Mississippi River, LSU is surrounded by diverse aquatic and coastal habitats.

DOCS is housed within LSU's nationally distinctive College of the Coast & Environment and is home to 27 full-time equivalent faculty members, 72 graduate students, and numerous research associates, postdoctoral scientists, and support staff. The department offers MS and PhD degrees in Oceanography & Coastal Sciences, while contributing to BS degrees in Coastal Environmental Science and Coastal Meteorology. DOCS faculty enjoy access to well-equipped research laboratories, substantial supercomputing resources, field support services, and a shared marine lab at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) in Cocodrie, La.

LUMCON is located 100 miles from LSU, with access to surrounding coastal environments supported by facilities including boats, field stations, laboratory space, and dormitories.

Job Responsibilities:

50% - Teach graduate and undergraduate courses; advise students; serve on student thesis committees.

40% - Develop and maintain a rigorous, externally funded and independent research program; mentor graduate students and postdocs; publish journal articles, reports, books, conference proceedings etc.

10% - Provide service/advice to the University, professional organizations, and local, state and federal agencies

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D in Biological Sciences, Ecology, Fisheries, Marine Sciences, Oceanography, Earth Sciences, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D in Biological Sciences, Ecology, Fisheries, Marine Sciences, Oceanography, Earth Sciences, or a closely related field.

Post-doctoral research experience. Potential to secure external research funding.

Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration. Experience teaching college level science course as a teaching assistant or instructor of record. Demonstrated record of publishing peer-reviewed research.

Competencies:

Proficient - Demonstrate potential to sustain an active research program.

Proficient - Strong publication record commensurate with experience.

Proficient - Ability to provide quality mentoring and teaching to undergraduate and graduate students.

Additional

Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please submit the following requested documents with your application:

Cover letter highlighting your motivation for applying to this position (two page maximum); research statement that describes the focus and impact of your current and planned future research (three-page maximum); a statement of your teaching and student mentoring philosophies (three-page maximum); curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available), but official transcripts are required prior to hire.

If your degree was earned outside the US, a credential evaluation will be required. This position will be open until filled; however, initial review of applications will start on January 5, 2026.

For informal inquires about the position, please contact "Dr. Stephen Midway, Search Committee Chair, (smidway).

Posting Date:

November 17, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

May 16, 2026

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