Job Description

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Job Posting Title:

Research Associate 2 - Radiology Research and Teaching

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM VetMed - VCS - Diagnostic Imaging Research (L. Abbigail Granger (00003760))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

The Research Associate 2 in Radiology Research and Teaching will assist with ongoing research projects and teaching within the Radiology service at the direction of radiology faculty.

• 50% Assist with teaching for Phase 1 and Phase 2 students under direction of Dr. Granger and the faculty radiologists.
• 10% Data collection and analysis: request or acquire equipment needed for projects, maintain accurate records with appropriate backup of data, enter data into excel spreadsheet for analysis, collect and recruit research subjects or cadavers either on-site or off-site.
• 10% Conduct literature reviews: obtain detailed knowledge of research area prior to data collection, be able to summarize literature concisely.
• 10% Summarize project results: provide opinions on results documented and on analysis of data.
• 5% Prepare manuscripts and presentations: serve as primary author on a retrospective project, serve as additional author by providing input on manuscript for additional projects collaborating with radiology residents and faculty, assist with preparation of presentations relative to the research, where applicable.
• 5% Schedule and attend meetings relative to ongoing research projects with all collaborating researchers.
• 5% Serve as liaison between radiology resident and faculty mentor for collaborating projects.
• 5% Assist with research design: work with faculty radiologist, radiology resident, and collaborators on formulating a research design at the initiation of a project idea.
  Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field and one year of related work experience.

Job Competencies: (Proficient)

Handling and restraining of domestic animals

Record Keeping

Computer Skills

Administration of drugs and medications (oral and systemic routes)

Special or Physical Requirements:

Required to be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, sitting, bending, pushing/pulling, grasping, squatting, and/or twisting.

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Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available).

Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

May 27, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 10, 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!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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