Postdoctoral Researcher

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Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year)

Other Academic

LSUAG PL1 - DPPCP - Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology (Madison Flasco ))

A0401 Life Sciences Annex

Other Academic

(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 7/31/2027. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment through 7/31/2028 with no expectation of continuation beyond the stated end date.)

The position will be housed on the LSU AgCenter Campus in Baton Rouge, LA, at the Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology, LSU AgCenter. A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available within the Plant Virology Lab at Louisiana State University with a specific focus on assessing virus establishment and movement in sweet potato plants, with particular attention given to virus coinfection dynamics.

This multidisciplinary project involves insect-mediated virus transmission experiments spanning both the greenhouse and laboratory. Additional responsibilities include training students and visiting scholars. Prior experience with virus detection, molecular biology, sweet potato or other root crops, and virus-vector work is preferred.

The candidate must have a Ph.D. in plant pathology, entomology, or related field. Strong experience in virus-vector dynamics, virus transmission, molecular virus detection, project management, and a strong publication record is preferred. Ideal candidates will have experience in setting up and conducting lab and greenhouse experiments. The candidate must be able to collaborate with members of the lab and multidisciplinary teams and have strong written and oral communication skills.

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.

Upon completion of the selection process.

June 5. 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.