The Museum of Natural Science at Louisiana State University is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our multidisciplinary research team working on various aspects of vertebrate systematics.
This is a two-year position and the successful candidate will be responsible for teaching one semester-long course in vertebrate paleontology each Spring, for conducting original research, and for acting as back-up instructor for an undergraduate dinosaur course during the Fall semester.
Minimum qualification requirements are: 1) Ph.D. or equivalent degree in paleontology, biology, geology or a related discipline; 2) teaching experience; 3) curatorial experience; and 4) a strong publication record. This is a nine-month position with a salary of $45,000 plus health and retirement benefits. The position includes a $5,000 per year research stipend. Baton Rouge is a vibrant and culturally diverse city with a low cost of living.
The position has a firm start date of August 2014. To apply go to https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57739 <https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57739> , where you can upload a CV, a statement of research and teaching interests, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent. If you have questions about applying please contact Tammie Jackson (tjacks9 at lsu.edu<mailto:tjacks9@lsu.edu>). For questions about the position contact Robb Brumfield (robb at lsu.edu<http://lsu.edu/>). LSU is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer.
