Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year) at Louisiana State University

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All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year) Position Type: Other Academic Department: LSUAG PL1 - DE - Entomology (Blake Emerson Wilson (00003618)) Work Location: Life Sciences Building Pay Grade: Other Academic Job Description: This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track two-year position through 12/31/28. This is a 2-year, term limited postdoctoral appointment with no expectation of continuation beyond the stated end date. Work Location: LSU Main Campus, Baton Rouge, LA Position Description: A two-year, grant-funded post-doctoral researcher is needed to oversee field, greenhouse, and laboratory research activities into management strategies for the invasive pasture mealybug, Heliococcus novovillei , in sugarcane. The position is full-time in the LSU Department of Entomology on the main campus in Baton Rouge, but will require to travel to research field sites in other regions of the state. The tentative start date is January 1, 2027 though earlier starts may be accommodated. The post-doc will be expected to work independently to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and publish and present results. Research activities include toxicological assays, field demonstration trials, and remote sensing. The post-doc will also supervise and instruct summer field assistants and facilitate graduate student research. Qualification Requirements: A PhD in Entomology or other agricultural field is required. Possession of a valid drivers’ license is required. Diverse IPM research experience including work in agricultural research settings is desired. Applicants with experience researching plant-insect interactions, insecticides, and insect ecology is preferred. Salary and Benefits: 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. Date Available: Upon completion of the selection process. Application Deadline: November 30th, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified. Application Procedure : Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching files containing a letter of application, curriculum vita with at least three references, and official university transcripts. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to: Blake Wilson Department of Entomology LSU AgCenter 404 Life Science Building Phone : 985-373-6193 E-mail: bwilson@agcenter.lsu.edu Website: www.lsuagcenter.com The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year) Skills Needed: Preferred Skills: Posting Date: September 30, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is continge