Assistant Professor - Research

lsu; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge seeks an Assistant Professor - Research in the Construction Management Department. The role emphasizes leading research programs, securing external funding, publishing, and mentoring students.

The position is non-tenured track, focusing on research in transportation, materials, facilities management, or industrial manufacturing facilities, with responsibilities in grant management and lab oversight.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience required.
• Experience in research, proposal writing, and research program management is required.

Responsibilities

• 80% Research, Grant Acquisition, Publications, Collaboration: prepare materials and proposals for submission to granting agencies and foundations to attract external funding; build partnerships; serve as PI/Co-PI; prepare progress/final reports; conduct literature reviews, data collection/analysis, and publications.
• 15% Lab and Project Management: manage lab operations, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, calibration, service coordination, budgets and supplies; supervise lab personnel and mentor students/researchers.
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Grant management

Project management

Statistical analysis

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in transportation engineering, construction management or related field

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor - Research

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - Bert S. Turner School of Construction Management (Charles W Berryman (00001257))

Work Location:

3319 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Assistant Professor Research is a non-tenured track position in the Construction Management Department provides the opportunity to perform research in one of the following areas: transportation, material science, facilities management, industrial manufacturing facilities. This position will be responsible to perform research, bring in grant funding, publish, collaborate, manage lab operations, and mentor students.

Job Responsibilities:

• 80% Research, Grant Acquisition, Publications, Collaboration: Prepare materials & proposals for submission to granting agencies and foundations to attract external funding. Build strategic partnerships with local, regional and national funding agencies. Develops research protocols and initiatives. Serve as PI and/or Co-PIs on funded grants. As such: Prepare progress and final reports for funded grants. Conduct literature reviews, Collect and analyze data, and prepare publications.
• 15% Lab and Project Management: Manage lab operations by serving as the research laboratory manager for the department. Oversees lab operations, equipment maintenance, ensures compliance with safety regulations, calibration, troubleshooting, service coordination, and manages budgets and supplies. Supervise lab personnel and mentor undergraduate, graduate or postdoctoral researchers in achieving their scientific goals efficiently and effectively.
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Level: Ph.D.
• Specific Degree: Ph.D or equivalent terminal degree in transportation engineering, construction management or a closely related field
• Years of Experience: 2 years of related experience
• Specific Experience: Experience in research, proposal writing, research program management is required.

Job Competencies:

• Oral and verbal communication skills
• Proposal peer review procedures
• Grant management and accounting
• Research program management
• Computer and statistical skills

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, salary ranges, or other details pertaining to the position, please contact Amanda Williams, CM HR, at [e-mail].

Posting Date:

October 21, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

October 27, 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.

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 [e-mail]. 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.