Research Associate - Shellfish Aquaculture

Research Associate 2 – Shellfish Aquaculture

Position Type:
Other Academic
Department: LSUAM ORED - SG - Grand Isle (Elizabeth Robinson ))

Work Location:

0122 Sea Grant Building
Pay Grade:
Other Academic

The Research Associate 2 provides technical support for shellfish aquaculture production, applied research, and restoration activities conducted by Louisiana Sea Grant. The RA will conduct work at Louisiana Sea Grant and the LSU AgCenter Aquaculture Research Station in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position performs a variety of complex hatchery, nursery, laboratory, and field procedures with limited supervision and exercises independent judgment in carrying out established research and production protocols.

• Production of oysters, ribbed mussels, and algae cultures for research.
• Operation and maintenance of hatchery and nursery systems.
• Microalgae culture and feed production.
• Water quality monitoring; biological sampling; data collection and management; equipment maintenance; and support of extension and workforce development programs.
• Independent routine production and research activities, including routine quality control assessments and accurate record‑keeping.
• Occasional travel within Louisiana (approximately 10% of time) to support field research, restoration activities, stakeholder engagement, and educational programming.
• Reading scientific papers and hatchery manuals; analyzing data and writing articles for publication (approximately 10% of time).
• Other duties as assigned (approximately 5% of time).

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Fisheries, Aquaculture Management, animal sciences or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement options.
• Various leave options and paid holidays.
• Wellness benefits.
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts.

Background Check
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Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, next Source Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable.

Posting Date:
July 7, 2026
Closing Date:
November 4, 2026