Louisiana State University · Louisiana · posted today
One full-time (or multiple part-time) seasonal position(s) through the School of Renewable Natural Resources at Louisiana State University is currently open for considering applications. The position(s) will support an M.S. student in measuring and mapping aspects of Black Rail habitat in southwestern Louisiana. Duties will include field work that includes using an RTK GPS system, installing and retrieving data from water inundation gauges, and collecting and assessing soil samples. The position will enter and manage data using MS Office and other equipment-specific proprietary software. I anticipate the position to begin in January 2027 and it will last for approximately 14 weeks. There will also be opportunities to support avian surveys with partnering biologists, including spring point count surveys for Black Rails. Qualifications: The candidate must be willing to work under difficult and remote field conditions, which include unpredictable weather patterns, intense mosquitoes, and uneven and often wet ground. The candidate should also have strong data organization and strong oral and written communication skills. Applicants must have completed or be on track to complete an undergraduate degree, ideally with a focus in wildlife biology, ecology, wetland ecology, coastal geomorphology, or a similar field. The position will pay $13-$17/hr, commensurate with experience. University vehicle use will be available, but housing is unfortunately not available; we can provide assistance in identifying potential short-term rental opportunities if needed. Please submit the following in an email application: a 1-page cover letter stating your qualifications and interests, a resume or CV, and the names and contact information for two references. The position will be open until it is filled, but application review will begin on 26 October 2026. Please send the application to: Erik I. Johnson, Ph.D. School of Renewable Natural Resources Louisiana State University and LSU AgCenter Baton Rouge, LA, USA ErikJohnson@agcenter.lsu.edu
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