Parasitology Resident

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition exemption

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for a Parasitology Resident in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences. This 1.0 FTE appointment combines teaching duties in parasitology labs and didactic courses with research responsibilities, manuscript preparation, and participation in grant activities to support dissertation work.

The candidate will work under the supervision of faculty in veterinary parasitology, pursue board certification through the American College of

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent is required or expected.
• Interest in veterinary parasitology and pursuit of board certification.
• Experience with parasitology techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 40%- Teaching parasitology labs and didactic teaching in DVM curriculum.
• 40%- Research including dissertation-related work and data analysis.
• 15%- Residency activities to prepare for board certification.
• 5%- Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Lab techniques

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

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Job Posting Title: Parasitology Resident

Position Type: Other Academic

Department: LSUAM VetMed - PBS - Parasitology (Adriano Francis Vatta (00067370))

Work Location: Veterinary Medicine

Pay Grade: Other Academic

Job Description: A veterinarian enrolled in a doctoral program (PhD) in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences and who is, concurrently, a resident in veterinary parasitology, with the aim of certification through the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists (parasitology specialty). The incumbent will have a 50% FTE dedication to teaching duties in veterinary parasitology, including classroom or lab teaching and preparation for teaching. The remaining 50% will be dedicated to research lab hours and coursework.

Job Responsibilities

• 40%- Teaching: parasitology labs in DVM curriculum (maintenance of equipment, supplies, and parasite specimens for labs, and leading labs and lab instruction), parasitology didactic teaching in DVM curriculum, support of graduate student teaching, undergraduate student teaching, and support of outreach activities.
• 40%- Research: performs research in the current projects of the PI, with a focus on dissertation research, conducts data storage and data analysis, contributes to manuscripts and strives toward the goal of first authorship, contributes to grant writing, attends conferences and presents abstracts, presents seminars as required for doctoral program, and maintains proper records, supervises or co-supervises undergraduate and DVM students on an ad hoc basis for small research projects, including assisting with Summer Scholars projects.
• 15%- Residency service: performs activities related to obtaining proficiency as a specialist veterinary parasitologist. The aim is for the candidate to prepare to sit the certification (board) exam in the parasitology specialty of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists. Conducts parasitology diagnostic tests and assays, becomes proficient in morphological identification of parasite specimens and eggs, oocysts, and cysts, conducts wet preps, fecal flotations, sedimentations, Baermanns, coprocultures, ELISAs, and Knott's tests, extracts DNA and conducts PCR, advises clinicians in managing parasitology cases, advises veterinarians and farmers in the conduct of anthelmintic resistance diagnosis, rotates through LADDL and other parasitology reference labs.
• 5%- Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent.
• Preferred Qualifications: DVM and keen interest in veterinary parasitology and desire to attain board certification in the parasitology specialty of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists.
• Previous experience in parasitology is preferred (e.g., master's degree).
• Molecular biology experience is preferred (e.g., PCR).

Special and Physical Qualifications

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

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. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04. Expected to work after hours including nights, weekends, and holidays to complete research.

Able to discuss cases with veterinarians and/or owners via phone or in person.

Posting Date

September 9, 2026

Closing Date

December 8, 2026

Background Check

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Additional Information

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