Postdoctoral Researcher (2-year) in Entomology

About the role

This two‑year, grant‑funded postdoctoral appointment focuses on developing management strategies for the invasive pasture mealybug, Heliococcus novovillei, in sugarcane. The researcher will work primarily in the LSU Department of Entomology, with travel to field sites across Louisiana.

Key responsibilities

• Design and conduct field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments.
• Perform toxicological assays, field demonstration trials, and remote‑sensing studies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data, then publish and present findings.
• Supervise summer field assistants and support graduate‑student research.

Required profile

• PhD in Entomology or a related agricultural discipline.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in integrated pest management, plant‑insect interactions, insecticide research, or insect ecology.

Required skills

• Toxicological assay techniques.
• Remote‑sensing data acquisition and analysis.
• Field trial design and implementation.
• Statistical data analysis and scientific writing.

What we offer

• Salary commensurate with education and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement, multiple medical options, supplemental insurances, flexible benefits plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and tuition exemption within the LSU system.