Dr. Shirley C. Tucker Chair in Lichenology

About the role

The Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University seeks a senior scholar to fill a tenured appointment as the Dr. Shirley C. Tucker Chair in Lichenology. The successful candidate will lead research on the evolutionary biology of lichens and contribute to teaching and mentorship.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a research team and maintain a vigorous, independent, and extramurally funded research program on the evolutionary biology of lichens.
• Supervise graduate student research, publish in highly ranked journals, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Botany, or a related field with a record of high‑impact published research in lichenology.
• Demonstrated ability to secure and maintain extramural research funding and provide scientific leadership on campus and beyond.

Required skills

• Research on the evolutionary biology of lichens (collections‑based).
• Securing and maintaining extramural research funding.
• Publishing in highly ranked journals.
• Undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Graduate student mentoring and supervision.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and discretionary endowment funds.
• Outstanding benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement options, paid holidays, tuition exemption, and more.
• Access to the Shirley C. Tucker Herbarium with ~400k specimens.