Assistant Professor Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Assistant Professor
Louisiana State University
in Baton Rouge, LA

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Full-Time

Posted:

04/10/2025

Application Due:

05/01/2025

Category:

Other Science Faculty

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

(TENURE-TRACK)

Job Description:

The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking an Evolutionary Biologist who uses cutting edge quantitative methods to analyze large data sets. Candidates whose research is interdisciplinary will be especially valuable to our department. Currently, the Department of Biological Sciences has diverse group of scientists who employ data science methods in their research and are building a Data Science concentration for our undergraduates. The successful candidate would expected to contribute to this program.

Duties include:

50% Establish and maintain an independent extramurally funded research program.
50% Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of evolution biology and direct/supervise graduate students. Participate in service activities pertaining to the mission of the Department and the advancement of the profession. Minimum Qualifications Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree Biological Sciences, Evolution Ecology and Behavior, or related field.
Applicant should have a successful track record of productive research and publication and postdoctoral experience. Application Requirements
Please submit a current cv and contact information of 3 references. An official transcript showing highest degree obtained will be needed prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the position, please contact Lori Bond at lbond3@lsu.edu. Special Instructions
An official copy of the highest degree transcript will be needed prior to hire. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2025. Questions about the position can be directed to our Senior HR specialist Lori Bond (lbond3@lsu.edu). Additional Position Information
Background Check – An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more. Essential Position (Y/N): Y LSU is an

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17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting. Apply Now