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Postdoctoral Researcher at Louisiana State University - ApplyBlast

Postdoctoral Researcher

Louisiana State University

5 months ago

Remote

Full Time

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About this role

Postdoctoral Researcher position in the laboratory of Dr. Daniel Powell in the Department of Biological Sciences, Louisiana State University. The focus of this position is to study how sexual selection and environment interact to shape broader patterns of evolution in ornamentation and mating behaviors in livebearing fish (Poeciliidae). We seek a talented, motivated, and committed individual interested in influencing the early stages of research program focused on sexual selection, behavioral ecology, population genomics, and evolutionary biology more broadly.

Responsibilities

Research: including but not limited to all stages of experimentation from experimental design and project management through execution and dissemination of results via peer reviewed journal publications and professional meeting presentations.
Service, Training and Mentorship: The successful candidate will help with onboarding, training and mentoring graduate and undergraduate researcher in service of the students needs as well as the overarching goals of the laboratory group.
Other tasks assigned by the PI, which may include but are not limited to; laboratory maintenance, fish husbandry, and field logistics.

Skills

Qualifications

PhD in Evolutionary Biology or related field1-2 years experienceSpecific experience in the field in freshwater aquatic systems as well as aquatic animal husbandryStrong background in behavioral ecology and matings-system evolution

About Louisiana State University

lsu.edu

Headquarters

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Founded

1860

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Louisiana State University (LSU) is the flagship public research university in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across the arts and sciences, engineering, business, agriculture, and health sciences. As an R1 research institution, LSU pursues cross-disciplinary research and innovation addressing global challenges—such as energy, coastal resilience, and public health—through partnerships with industry, government, and communities. With a vibrant campus life, nationally recognized athletics (the LSU Tigers), and extensive experiential and outreach programs, the university emphasizes student success, community engagement, and preparing graduates to lead regionally and globally.