Position Type:Other Academic
Department:LSUAM VetMed - CBS - Clinical Veterinary and Developmental Toxicology (Ahmed Abdelmoneim (00068180))
Work Location:Veterinary Medicine
Pay Grade:Temporary
Job Description:
Dr. Abdelmoneim’s Toxicology Lab utilizes zebrafish (Danio rerio) and a broad toolkit including molecular biology (PCR, qPCR, cloning), transgenesis (Tol2, CRISPR/Cas9), bright-field and fluorescence microscopy with image analysis, analytical chemistry, and behavioral assays. The WAE Research Associate hired for this position will perform laboratory techniques and data analysis under the PI’s direction, help maintain zebrafish colonies in compliance with all animal care policies, and support routine lab operations.
Job Responsibilities:
65%- Perform laboratory techniques and data analysis under the PI’s direction. Assist in the training of student workers and graduate students as it becomes necessary.
20%- Assist and become proficient in maintaining fish colonies with adherence to all appropriate animal care policies.
10%- Help with lab maintenance and other support duties as required. Order supplies and receive packages. Help train students in lab processes and housekeeping.
10%- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Toxicology, Biology, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, or Chemistry; and 1-year of previous work in a research lab as a student worker or volunteer.
Special and Physical Qualifications:
Requires standing, sitting, bending, reaching (above shoulder), reaching (below shoulder), and lifting less than 50 pounds.
Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if applicable).
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Ahmed Abdelmoneim at [email protected].
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:June 19, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):September 18, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):N
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Bachelor's degree in Toxicology, Biology, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, or Chemistry
- 1 year previous work in a research lab as a student worker or volunteer
- Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, cloning) and transgenesis methods (Tol2, CRISPR/Cas9)
- Experience with microscopy (bright-field, fluorescence) and image analysis
- Ability to maintain zebrafish colonies following animal care policies
- Ability to perform lab maintenance tasks, order supplies, and train students
- Physical ability: standing, sitting, bending, reaching above and below shoulder, lifting up to 50 pounds
- Valid U.S. work authorization at time of hire and maintained throughout employment
- Satisfactory pre-employment background check
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