WAE - Research Associate 2

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All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: WAE - Research Associate 2 Position Type: Wages as Earned (Fixed Term) Department: LSUAM CCE - DOCS - Biophysical Ocean Modeling Lab (Cheryl Harrison (00070755)) Work Location: 3263 Energy, Coast, and Environment Building Pay Grade: Temporary Job Description: Job Summary: The WAE- Research Associate 2 will perform scientific research on biophysical ocean modeling in a collaborative research framework. Job Responsibilities: 60% Assist with research design and surveying and syntheis of literature. 30% Provide data analysis and scientific programing. Present scieintific results and report writing results. 10% Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Science 1 year experience Job Competencies: Communicate clearly in written, verbal and visual communication Proficient Communicate clearly in written, verbal and visual communication Proficient Ocean and climate modeling Proficient Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: Wages as Earned - Non-Exempt Posting Date: May 19, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): June 16, 2026 Additional Position Information: 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. Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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