Research Technician

About This Job

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), a program of the Board of Regents, is a statewide academic endeavor that focuses on and strengthens foundational marine science needed to address the environmental and socioeconomic challenges facing Louisiana and the nation. LUMCON has provided unparalleled opportunities in marine science and education to the research community and to the public. Anchored by a first‑rate marine laboratory, the DeFelice Marine Center, LUMCON is embedded in Louisiana’s dynamic wetland environment and conveniently located on a gateway to the open waters of the Gulf.

From this facility, LUMCON operates a world‑class fleet of research vessels unmatched on the U.S. Gulf Coast. LUMCON recently expanded its programs through the opening of a maritime research and outreach facility in Houma (Blue Works).

The Ocean Biofluids Lab at LUMCON seeks to hire a Research Technician to start as soon as possible. The research focus of the lab is understanding interactions between marine organisms and their physical fluid environments, using imaging and numerical modeling techniques. The successful applicant will assist Dr. Du Clos with laboratory imaging experiments, plankton field sampling, maintaining algal cultures, and processing image data.

The position will be based at LUMCON’s Blue Works facility in Houma, LA with weekly travel to the DeFelice Field Station in Cocodrie, LA required. There may also be occasional opportunities for out‑of‑state travel. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please include a brief cover letter and a current resume or CV with your application.

• A bachelor’s degree in any area of science or engineering.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic data analysis experience.
• Organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Experience working in a research lab.
• Microscopy experience.
• Experience with one or more scientific programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB, or R.
• Familiarity with marine phytoplankton.
• Experience working with phytoplankton or other cell cultures.
• Interest in authoring or coauthoring scientific manuscripts.

• Perform plankton net sampling.
• Work with a flow‑through imaging system to identify plankton samples.
• Assist with maintaining phytoplankton cultures.
• Assist with analyzing image and video data.
• Assist with data entry, organization, and analysis.
• Assist with lab organization and maintenance.
• Contribute to peer‑reviewed publications as appropriate.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Kevin Du Clos
Assistant Professor
Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium
kduclos

Board of Regents is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This is an unclassified position located in Houma, LA. Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education. Please attach a copy of your transcript or other required materials if possible.

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document (I‑9) upon hire. Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.