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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.\nJob Posting Title:\nResearch Associate SpecialistPosition Type:\nOther AcademicDepartment:\nLSUAG PL1 - SPESS - Plant Environmental and Soil Sciences (Niranjan Baisakh (00005139))Work Location:\n0111 Madison B. Sturgis (New Agronomy Bldg)Pay Grade:\nOther AcademicJob Description:\n(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position for one year. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment.\nWork Location: School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana\nPosition Description: The Sugarcane Genetics Laboratory of the School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences is seeking a Research Associate (RA) to conduct computational genetic studies to improve desirable agronomic traits in sugarcane. The researcher will use contemporary bioinformatics and quantitative genetics tools to facilitate genomics-assisted breeding in sugarcane. The incumbent will be expected to work in the greenhouse and field setting, as needed.\nQualification Requirements: A B.S. or M.S. degree in Plant Breeding, Genetics, or related field. Candidates experienced with handling high-throughput sequence, genotypic and phenotypic datasets using Python and/or R will be preferred. Applicants must be motivated to work independently as well as in a team environment. Good communication skills are a requirement.\nLSU 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).\nSalary 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.\nDate Available: Upon completion of the selection process.\nApplication Deadline: September 1, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.\nApplication 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:\nDr. Niranjan Baisakh\nSchool of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences\nLSU AgCenter\n104 Madison B Sturgis Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803\nPhone : 225-578-1300\nFax : 225-578-1403\nE-mail: \nWebsite: www.lsuagcenter.com\nThe LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.\nAdditional Job Description:\nCompetencies:\nNoneSpecial Instructions:\nSkills Needed:\nPreferred Skills:\nPosting Date:\nAugust 14, 2026Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):\nAdditional Position Information:\nBackground Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.\nBenefits - 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 childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), 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.\nPositions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.\nEssential Position (Y/N):\nAbout the LSU Agricultural Center:\nThe LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. 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