This is a full-time, 12-month grant-funded position with an annual appointment based on availability of funding and satisfactory work performance.

Work Location: School of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences (SPESS), LSU AgCenter, Baton Rouge, LA

Position Description: Candidates are sought with the knowledge and expertise to support a research program that advances integrated weed management and incorporates state-of-the art weed management technologies focused on rice. The candidate must communicate with commodity and agricultural industry partners to identify, develop, and implement critical research projects. Collaboration with other AgCenter weed science research and extension faculty is expected.

Qualification Requirements: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or a closely related field is required. A master’s degree in Weed Science is desired. Good interpersonal skills and leadership abilities are required for working effectively with diverse professional and public audiences and cooperators. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with diverse audiences including scientific peers, clientele, and agribusiness representatives. Assistance with the development of extension and scholarly articles and educational publications is expected.

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: April 2, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is identified.

Application Procedure: Apply online at LSU AgCenter Careers (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. Connor Webster
LSU AgCenter
104 Sturgis Hall
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Phone : 256-694-3815
E-mail: Lwebster@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com

The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.