(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 10/1/2027. Funding must be available for any continuation of appointment)

Work Location: Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana (www.aggrc.com)

Position Description: This position’s primary purpose is to support the successful execution of research programs through grant compliance monitoring, grant spend plan development, budget tracking, animal husbandry, and technical research support. This position will assist investigators and program staff in maintaing compliance with sponsor requirements, tracking project expenditures, monitoring grant balances, and ensuring research activities align with approved budgets and project objectives. Work after hours including weekends may be required periodically. Familiarity with aquatic species and reproductive biology is strongly preferred. Experience with CAD, 3-D printing, and open hardware is preferred including a strong desire for intersectoral collaboration.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering or a related field. Applicants with a degree in another agricultural or basic science field will be considered qualified provided they possess significant work experience in an area.
• Experience in the public sector and/or a university setting is desirable.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills, along with strong computer skills.
• Understanding of accounting principles
• Knowledge of sponsored research administration, grant compliance requirements, and project management principles
• Proficiency in Workday, Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with federally funded grants (USDA, NSF, NOAA, USFWS, or similar sponsors).
• Comfortability working in a collaborative and evolving environment

• Experience with budget forecasting, cost analysis, and financial planning.

• Familiarity with research compliance requirements, including animal care and use protocols.

• Experience developing dashboards, reports, or automated tracking systems using Excel or similar tools.

• Experience supporting multi-investigator or multi-institutional research projects

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: September 16, 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:

Chris Toepfer
Unit: AGGRC
LSU AgCenter
Mailing Address: 2288 Gourrier Ave. BR, La 70820
Phone : 2255786257
E-mail: ctoepfor@agcenter.lsu.edu
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.