• Research Technician

    Louisiana Department of State Civil Service (Houma, LA)


    RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

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    RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

    Salary

     

    Depends on Qualifications

     

    Location

     

    Houma, LA

     

    Job Type

     

    Unclassified

     

    Job Number

    BOR 08012025 NW

    Department

     

    Education-Board of Regents

     

    Opening Date

     

    08/01/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    9/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

     

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    About this Job

     

    The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), a program of the Board of Regents, as a consortium is a statewide academic endeavor to focus and strengthen the effectiveness of foundational marine science needed to address the environmental and socioeconomic challenges facing Louisiana and the nation.

     

    LUMCON has provided unparalleled opportunities in marine science and education to the research community and public alike. Anchored by a first-rate marine laboratory, the DeFelice Marine Center, LUMCON is embedded in Louisiana’s dynamic wetland environment and conveniently located on a gateway to the open waters of the Gulf. From this facility, LUMCON operates a world-class fleet of research vessels unmatched on the US Gulf Coast. LUMCON recently expanded its programs through the opening of a maritime research and outreach facility in Houma (Blue Works).

    POSITION OVERVIEW:

    TheOcean Biofluids Lab (https://www.oceanbiofluidslab.com) at Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON (https://lumcon.edu/) ) seeks to hire a Research Technician to start as soon as possible. The research focus of the lab is understanding interactions between marine organisms and their physical fluid environments, using imaging and numerical modeling techniques. The successful applicant will assist Dr. Du Clos with laboratory imaging experiments, plankton field sampling, maintaining algal cultures, and processing image data. The position will be based at LUMCON's Blue Works facility in Houma, LA with weekly travel to the DeFelice Field Station in Cocodrie, LA required. There may also be occasional opportunities for out-of-state travel. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + A bachelor’s degree in any area of science or engineering.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    + Basic data analysis experience.

    + Organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

    + Interest in mentoring student interns.

    IDEAL CANDIDATE/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Experience working in a research lab.

    + Experience with one or more scientific programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB, or R.

    + Familiarity with marine phytoplankton.

    + Experience working with phytoplankton or other cell cultures.

    + Interest in authoring or coauthoring scientific manuscripts.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited the following:

    + Assist with imaging experiments with a range of marine organisms.

    + Perform plankton net sampling.

    + Work with a flow-through imaging system to identify plankton samples.

    + Assist with maintaining phytoplankton cultures.

    + Assist with analyzing image and video data.

    + Assist with data entry, organization, and analysis.

    + Assist with lab organization and maintenance.

    + Contribute to peer reviewed publications as appropriate.

    HOW TO APPLY:

    To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

    Contact Information:

    Kevin Du Clos

     

    Assistant Professor

     

    Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium

     

    [email protected]

     

    Board of Regents is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.

     

    Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    VACANCY INFORMATION:

    This is an unclassified position.

     

    This position is located in Houma, LA.

     

    Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.

     

    Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.

     

    Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript or any other materials as outlined in the posting to your application if possible.

     

    In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form (I-9) upon hire.

     

    Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

     

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    Employer

     

    State of Louisiana

     

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    Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

     

    Phone

     

    (866) 783-5462

     

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