Postdoctoral Researcher

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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: Postdoctoral Researcher Position Type: Other Academic Department: LSUAM ORED - Institute for Health & Performance of Champions (Neil Johannsen (00003874)) Work Location: 1250 H.P. Long Field House Pay Grade: Other Academic Job Description: This Postdoctoral Researcher will assist in the mission of the Institute for the Health & Performance of Champions (IHPC), including applied clinical and/or basic exercise science with a specialty interest in tactical athlete and/or sport science research. This position relies heavily on a commitment to scholarly productivity and grant writing, and will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers across LSU campuses. Job Responsibilities: Conduct research involving in vivo and in vitro imaging techniques, metabolic profiling, and biobank management (35%). Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers across LSU campuses to better understand the effects of physical and psychological stressors on overall athlete health throughout the lifespan. Specifically, the postdoctoral fellow will investigate the mechanistic underpinnings responsible for early morbidity and mortality in military, first responders, and competitive athletes to further develop lifestyle programs to improve the overall health of these populations (30%). Create and assist with the management of a biobank of clinical samples to screen for novel biomarkers of stress linked to potential clinical outcomes(30%). Other duties as assigned (5%). Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required before hiring. Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings in accordance with University Policy as required and RS:17 screenings (https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?p=y&d=1297548). For questions or concerns about 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 Neil Johannsen at njohan1@lsu.edu. Skills Needed: Preferred Skills: Posting Date: June 16, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): October 14, 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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