BACKGROUND

The Department of Biological Sciences and the Center for Computation and Technology at Louisiana State University jointly invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Data Science and Biology. The ideal candidate is a biologist conducting hypothesis-driven research with data science approaches. Although the position is open to all areas of biology, preference will be given to those candidates who actively develop cutting-edge data science techniques including, but not limited to, informatics, data mining, machine learning, artificial intelligence, statistics, and large-scale data visualization. This hire is part of a larger initiative to establish a university-wide program in Interdisciplinary Data Science.

RESPONSIBILITIES

50% Develop and maintain an independent and extramurally funded research program at the intersection of data science and biology.
50% Teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in a biological sciences discipline, and direct/supervise graduate students. Participate in service activities pertaining to the mission of the Department and the Center, and the advancement of the profession.

REQUIREMENTS

PhD in biology, data science, computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, or related field; and a successful track record of independent research

PREFERENCES

Postdoctoral Experience or its equivalent preferred.

LOCALE

Department of Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA

COMPENSATION

Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption; training and development opportunities; employee discounts and more!

HOW TO APPLY

Quick link at ad URL: https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU/job/LSU---Baton-Rouge/Assistant-Professor---Biological-Sciences--Tenure-Track-_R00029285

HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR[at]lsu.edu.

POLICY

LSU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity/equal access employer.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.