(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 03/31/2027. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.)
Work Location: Sugar Research Station, LSU AgCenter, St. Gabriel, LA.
Position Description: A Research Associate Specialist position is available at the LSU AgCenter’s Sugar Research Station. This position will provide support for sugarcane pest management research as well as the sugarcane variety improvement program. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, application of pesticides, data collection and entry, planting, harvesting, the processing of harvested sugarcane samples, and operation of laboratory equipment.
Qualification Requirements: A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in plant sciences, agronomy, plant disease management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university. Other degrees may be acceptable if combined with sugarcane or other farming experience.
LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (La RS 42:36).
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: December 4, 2025 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, official university transcripts, and three letters of reference. 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:
Dr. Matt Foster
Sugar Research Station
LSU AgCenter
5755 LSU Ag Road St. Gabriel, LA 70776
Phone : 225-642-0224
E-mail: mfoster@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.
