WAE - Research Assistant

Louisiana State University; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support the Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio. The role focuses on developing and validating coastal models, performing data-driven analyses, and integrating field data for parameterization.

The position may involve field data collection and handling large coastal datasets. The successful candidate will contribute to modeling efforts across Louisiana basins or other U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field is required.
• Strong modeling and data analysis skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate coastal ecosystem models and related software.
• Perform data science on large coastal monitoring datasets and conduct field data collection for parameterization.
• Apply coupled models of coastal processes and contribute to parameterization and validation.

Skills

Modeling experience

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

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Job Posting Title:

WAE - Research Assistant

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

Department:

LSUAM ORED - SBSAH - Center for Coastal Resiliency (Chris Kees (On Leave) (00066175))

Work Location:

1110 S. River Road Suite 100

Pay Grade:

Temporary

Job Description:

This is a temporary part-time position within the Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio that will support the development and validation of coastal ecosystem dynamics modeling.

Job Responsibilities:

The researcher will be expected to conduct the development of modeling software, validation of models, and application of coupled models of coastal processes, including flow, sediment transport, vegetation biomass, and soil column development. These processes may include field work to collect data for parameterization and validation, as well as data science on large, sparse coastal monitoring data from the Louisiana Coastwide Reference Monitoring System. Modeling may be on the Louisiana coastal basins or other coastal areas in the continental United States. (95%)

Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field.

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 [e-mail].
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Chris Kees at [e-mail].

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

October 14, 2026

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

February 8, 2027

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 [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.