Application Deadline: 08/01/2026
LOCATION: USA
The School of Renewable Natural Resources at Louisiana State University Agricultural Center is seeking applicants for one Ph.D. assistantship or one M.S. assistantship starting as early as January or May 2026, depending on candidate availability.
ELIGIBILITY:
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
B.S. in aquatic biology, zoology, fisheries or wildlife management, or related field
Research experience in laboratory or field settings
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
Valid U.S. driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 60 days of start date)
GPA of at least 3.0 (overall) or 3.5 (last 60 hours); GRE preferred but not required
Overnight travel and fieldwork required; ability to work in challenging conditions
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in aquaculture or animal husbandry
Experience with physiological or biomarker assays (e.g., respirometry)
Interest in building a lab environment and helping establish core workflows
R programming, data management, or GIS skills are a plus
Applicants must have 3.0 overall undergraduate GPA or a 3.5 in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate courses. Completion of GRE with satisfactory scores is preferred. Applicants must have a valid U.S. driver’s license or be able to obtain the same within 60 days of start. Overnight travel is required. An offer is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Application Instructions:
Please email the following materials to Dr. Kaelyn Fogelman (kfogelman@agcenter.lsu.edu):
Cover letter describing your interest in the project and your relevant experience
CV or resume including at least two academic/professional references
Unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Formal application to LSU’s Graduate School will be required following initial selection.
For more information about the graduate programs at LSU RNR: https://www.lsu.edu/rnr/graduate/index.php
BENEFIT:
The assistantship is half-time (20 hours/week) and includes a 12-month stipend of $28,000/year (MS) or $31,000/year (PhD), full tuition coverage, graduate fee support, and 75% graduate student health care coverage.
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