Research Associate Specialist

This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 07/31/2026. The individual will be expected to perform a variety of duties as a Research Associate in the Department of Entomology.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in entomology or another related field
• Training in conducting pollinator surveys and insect taxonomy
• Must be able to confidently conduct research including field identification of bumble bees under minimal supervision
• Must be adept at working well with a team

Benefits

• retirement
• multiple medical insurance options
• supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan
• university holidays
• generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System