Postdoctoral Scholar

The Wang Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying plant growth regulation and stress responses. The position will focus on understanding how kinase signaling and related cellular processes, including autophagy and stress granule dynamics, regulate plant adaptation to environmental stresses. The successful candidate will use a combination of molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, advanced imaging, and multi-omics approaches to investigate regulatory networks at the molecular and cellular levels.

Duties Include:
55% Research and Experimental Investigation: Design and conduct independent research to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying plant growth regulation and responses to environmental stresses, with emphasis on kinase signaling and related cellular processes including autophagy and stress granules. Perform molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and cell biology experiments using plant model systems, including Arabidopsis and Nicotiana.

20% Data Generation, Analysis, and Interpretation: Apply advanced imaging, microscopy, and multi-omics approaches as appropriate; analyze, interpret, and integrate experimental data; maintain accurate research records; troubleshoot experiments and develop new approaches as needed.

10% Manuscripts and Scientific Communication: Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication and present research findings at laboratory meetings, scientific conferences, and other professional venues.

10% Research Planning and Grant Support: Review scientific literature, contribute to the development of research directions, and assist with preparation of research proposals and grant applications.

5% Laboratory Collaboration, Mentoring, and Operations: Collaborate with laboratory members and research partners; provide technical guidance and research mentoring to undergraduate and graduate students as appropriate; contribute to laboratory organization, maintenance of research materials and equipment, compliance with laboratory safety requirements, and other research-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in Plant Biology, Plant Science, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related field

Specific Experience in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, or related areas. Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research, analyze and interpret experimental data, and communicate research findings effectively.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.