Work Location: The position will be based at the Tom H. Scott Research and Extension Center near Winnsboro, LA. Opportunities for research and extension activities exist at three research stations in the Northeast Region and in the School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences on the LSU A&M campus in Baton Rouge, LA. The Northeast Region’s field stations include over 1,000 acres of crops with research and extension demonstrations. Research projects will be located at the regional research stations with opportunities to expand that work to other regions of Louisiana.
Position Description: Full-time 12-month, tenure-track position with a 70% extension and 30% research appointment. Statewide responsibilities for agronomic soil fertility outreach and education will be the focus of this position. Similar programming for other commodities may be associated with this position based upon the scientist’s skills, training, and personal interest. Extension educational responsibilities will focus on improving the delivery of soil fertility and soil health information and crop production best management practices (BMP’s) to stakeholders including, producers, agents, crop consultants and related field crop industries in Louisiana. Critical extension programming needs include development of training modules (electronic and paper materials) for agricultural agents, information delivery to stakeholders, on-farm demonstrations of recommended practices, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary faculty. The needs of the field crop industries will be addressed with personal contacts, workshops, public presentations, professional writing, electronic communications, and web-based content. Contributing to annual reports of official variety trials and providing other outreach necessary to stakeholders of project activities and findings will also be required. The individual will collaborate with other faculty to complement existing agronomic research and extension programs in the Region. Advisory groups for program priorities will include crop consultants, commodity groups, the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and Louisiana Farm Bureau.
Qualification Requirements: PhD in soil science, agronomy, or other closely related agricultural field of study is required. Training in soil science and nutrient management for field crops, as well as, experience in applied crop production practices is highly desirable. Applicants should have evidence of effective oral and written communication skills for information transfer to a variety of audiences.
Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. 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 interview process.
Application Deadline: March 28, 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. Melissa Cater, Regional Director
Northeast Region, LSU AgCenter
LSU AgCenter
212B Macon Ridge Road
Winnsboro, LA 71295
Phone : 318-435-2903
Fax :318-435-2902
E-mail: mcater@agcenter.lsu.edu
Web Site: www.lsuagcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
