Louisiana State University (LSU)
Assistant/Associate Professor (Precision Breeding through Genomics and Assisted
Louisiana State University (LSU), Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, 70801
Assistant/Associate Professor (Precision Breeding through Genomics and Assisted Reproductive Technology)
The highly interactive and collaborative School of Animal Sciences at Louisiana State University (LSU) is seeking exceptional tenure-track faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in Genomics and ART. This will encompass the application of ART procedures to rapidly apply Functional Genomics to enhance productivity and health of livestock and shorten the generation interval. The ideal applicant will be interested in the development and utilization of ART procedures to apply functional genomics information to enhance animal production and health through precision breeding. This is a 12-month tenure-track position with 75% research and 25% teaching appointments. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an independent research program addressing fundamentally important challenges in agriculture and medicine. Animal agriculture disciplines may include
but are not limited
to meat science, reproductive physiology, developmental biology, nutrition and animal health. Applicable ART procedures may include
but are not limited -to In Vitro Embryo Production, Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer, production of gametes from stem cells and sex ratio manipulation. Applicable Genomic procedures may include -but are not limited- to computational biology, bioinformatics, transgenesis and gene editing. The successful applicant will also be encouraged to participate in collaborative research within the School of Animal Sciences, wider LSU System, and beyond. Teaching expectations include primary responsibility for an undergraduate or graduate course revolving around their area of expertise. Moreover, the successful candidate will develop a strong graduate student mentoring program, especially at the Ph.D. level. The ideal applicant will have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in computational biology, computer science, bioinformatics or related field, and animal science, reproductive physiology, ART or related field. They must additionally demonstrate a capacity for publishing in high-impact refereed journals, obtaining extramural research funding, participating in collaborative research projects, and effective teaching. Individuals from any social, ethnic, racial, cultural, and national backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The selected candidate will have the opportunity for supplemental salary through extramural funding. LSU offers an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances, university holidays, generous 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. Application Deadline: March 17, 2025, or until a suitable applicant has been identified. Application Procedure: Apply online at
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
(or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, names and email address for three letters of recommendation, and a statement of teaching philosophy. 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. Philip Elzer Director, LSU School of Animal Sciences, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70820 Phone: 225-578-4763 Email: pelzer@agcenter.lsu.edu The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. 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. The 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. For more information, visit the AgCenter's website at www.lsuagcenter.com. The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency: The LSU Agricultural Center is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.
The highly interactive and collaborative School of Animal Sciences at Louisiana State University (LSU) is seeking exceptional tenure-track faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in Genomics and ART. This will encompass the application of ART procedures to rapidly apply Functional Genomics to enhance productivity and health of livestock and shorten the generation interval. The ideal applicant will be interested in the development and utilization of ART procedures to apply functional genomics information to enhance animal production and health through precision breeding. This is a 12-month tenure-track position with 75% research and 25% teaching appointments. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an independent research program addressing fundamentally important challenges in agriculture and medicine. Animal agriculture disciplines may include
but are not limited
to meat science, reproductive physiology, developmental biology, nutrition and animal health. Applicable ART procedures may include
but are not limited -to In Vitro Embryo Production, Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer, production of gametes from stem cells and sex ratio manipulation. Applicable Genomic procedures may include -but are not limited- to computational biology, bioinformatics, transgenesis and gene editing. The successful applicant will also be encouraged to participate in collaborative research within the School of Animal Sciences, wider LSU System, and beyond. Teaching expectations include primary responsibility for an undergraduate or graduate course revolving around their area of expertise. Moreover, the successful candidate will develop a strong graduate student mentoring program, especially at the Ph.D. level. The ideal applicant will have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in computational biology, computer science, bioinformatics or related field, and animal science, reproductive physiology, ART or related field. They must additionally demonstrate a capacity for publishing in high-impact refereed journals, obtaining extramural research funding, participating in collaborative research projects, and effective teaching. Individuals from any social, ethnic, racial, cultural, and national backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The selected candidate will have the opportunity for supplemental salary through extramural funding. LSU offers an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances, university holidays, generous 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. Application Deadline: March 17, 2025, or until a suitable applicant has been identified. Application Procedure: Apply online at
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
(or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, names and email address for three letters of recommendation, and a statement of teaching philosophy. 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. Philip Elzer Director, LSU School of Animal Sciences, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70820 Phone: 225-578-4763 Email: pelzer@agcenter.lsu.edu The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. 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. The 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. For more information, visit the AgCenter's website at www.lsuagcenter.com. The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency: The LSU Agricultural Center is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.