Research Associate 3

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:Research Associate 3Position Type:Other AcademicDepartment:LSUAM VetMed - CBS - Inhalation and Developmental Toxicology (Alexandra Noel Work Location:Veterinary MedicinePay Grade:Other AcademicJob Description:

Method Development & Specialized Research: Design and implement a technique to agarose-fix, harvest, and section tissues for integration into Precision Cut Lung Slices experiments. Provide training: To strengthen research integrity and rigor, design and implement a Research Reproducibility Bootcamp consisting of short sessions minutes) covering data documentation and exposure fact sheet handling. Protocol Development: Develop rodent exposure systems as needed by the lab. Ensure day-to-day laboratory operations at InTox. Scheduling & Coordination: Assist in scheduling the exposures conducted at InTox.

Job Responsibilities:  

45%- Assist and support the research/investigators of the Inhalation Research Laboratory. This will include, but not be limited to, basic operation, cleaning, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, including aerosol generation and delivery systems for inhalation studies, sample processing, data analysis and management, and record keeping.

20%- Train in pulmonary function testing, ID implants/recovery, blood drawing, and injections. Protocol Development: Develop rodent exposure systems as needed by the lab. Design and implement a technique to agarose-fix, harvest, and section tissues for integration into Precision Cut Lung Slices experiments.

10%- Participate in research problem solving and to conduct literature searches and help prepare research papers. Contributed as a co-author on publications and supported manuscript preparation and data analysis for peer-reviewed research outputs.

10%- Will assist in the training of student workers or graduate students, and perform supervisory duties. To strengthen research integrity and rigor, design and implement a Research Reproducibility Bootcamp consisting of short, focused training sessions minutes each) covering data documentation, laboratory notebook management, and exposure fact sheet handling.

5%- Scheduling and Coordination: Assist in developing and maintaining the exposure facility schedule, coordinating exposure times for principal investigators, Ph.D students, and collaborating laboratories.

5%- Perform laboratory management duties, including ordering supplies and managing inventory.

5%- Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Master's degree in a related field or a bachelor's degree and two years related
experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Master's degree in Biology, Toxicology, or Bio-Science field and three or more years of related experience.

Special and Physical Qualifications: 

 Safety and Security Sensitive Job - Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Emergency Essential Personnel - This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching (above shoulder), reaching (below shoulder), vision (near sight), vision (far sight), twisting, and lifting less than 50 pounds. 

Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if applicable).

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Dr. Alexandra Noel at Posting Date:November 24, 2025Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):February 28, 2026Additional 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):YLSU 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 or email   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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