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Closing date: November 16, 2026

Title: RESEARCH ASSOCIATE 1, 2, OR 3

Employee Type: Other Academic

Department: LSUNO Physiology 

Campus Location: PHYSIOLOGY

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Level of Research Associate 1, 2 or 3 will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience and level of education. RA1 – Functioning somewhat independently, incumbent assists with and conducts laboratory experiments on research projects within well-defined guidelines; keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within area of research; collects, prepares, and analyzes specimens (or animal subjects); evaluates results of (or response to) process; summarizes data; may provide supervision and guidance to junior level technicians. RA2 – Functions more independently and work is more complex and specialized. Often responsible for maintaining the efficient operation of the laboratory. Assists Principal Investigator with summarization, analysis and organization of data for publication; may assist with preparation of grant application; assists and/or teaches graduate students and others rotating through the lab; often responsible for supervision and training of junior research personnel. Performs bioinformatics analysis on next gen sequencing datasets RA3 – Plan, organize, and conduct highly independent research upon approval of the Principal Investigator. Design, test, and evaluate methods and protocols for research projects. Analyze, summarize and organize collected data and together with Principal Investigator, may publish results of investigations in professional journals. Purchase and/or recommend purchase of new equipment for research projects. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, generally responsible for the scientific operations of the laboratory; may train and supervise junior level staff members.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's

Required Field of Study: Basic science or related field

Number of years required to perform the job: RA1 - 0 years; RA2 - 3 years; RA3 - 5 years

Type of experience required to perform the job: Professional level experience

Substitution: RA2 – Master’s degree with less than 2 years of experience
RA3 – Master’s degree plus 2 or more years of experience or PhD

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage:  Additional Benefits