POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Work Location: Hammond Research Station, 21549 Old Covington Hwy., Hammond, LA 70403
Position Description: The individual will be expected to perform a variety of duties as an Extension associate at the Hammond Research Station. These duties include establishment and maintenance of research plots; application of chemicals (fertilizer, pesticides, herbicides, etc.); harvest; data collection; and computerizing and analyzing research data. Current projects would require the successful applicant to cooperate with various personnel of the Hammond Research Station and related units in joint tasks when deemed necessary.
Qualification Requirements: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a field of agriculture. Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in horticulture or plant science. A master’s degree is desired. Preference will be given to applicants with additional training and experience in commercial fruit and vegetable production. Must be able to operate a tractor and other farm equipment. Some travel throughout the state required. Louisiana Pesticide licensure will be required upon hire.
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 16, 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. Christine Coker
LSU AgCenter
21549 Old Covington Hwy., Hammond, LA 70403
Phone : 985.543.4125
Fax : 985.543.4124
E-mail: CCoker@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.
