EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

LUMCON is looking for someone with a knowledge base of business principles and techniques of administration, organization, and management including an in-depth understanding of the key business issues that exist in a research and education institution.

The Benthic Ecology Lab at Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) is seeking to hire one Research Technician beginning late 2020. The successful applicant will assist Dr. Archer on multiple projects focused on the ecology of biogenic habitats (e.g., oyster reefs, seagrass beds, and sponge grounds).

The Benthic Ecology Lab at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) is seeking a part-time student worker to participate in a study to determine the effects of fungal pathogens on mangrove ecosystems (https://mangrovedetectives.org/) and to be involved in additional ongoing field and laboratory studies of coastal benthic ecology.

LUMCON seeks a full-time HVAC/Facilities Technician. This position will be the primary technician responsible for all aspects of the HVAC components throughout the facility. In addition, this position will work in harmony with the other Facilities technicians in all aspects of facilities maintenance. This will include, but not be limited to, maintaining building by performing painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, grounds keeping, and other related tasks.

The Dr. Rieucau’s Coastal Behavioral Ecology lab (CBEL) (https://lumcon.edu/grieucau) at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) is seeking one Research Associate starting early 2020 to participate in a multidisciplinary project funded by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management dedicated to study the relationship of human disturbance to ecosystem services in offshore sand shoal habitats in coastal Louisiana.

LUMCON is currently accepting applications for a USCG licensed Ordinary Seaman. Vessels are home ported at the LUMCON facility in Cocodrie, LA. and the R/V Point Sur, Gulfport, MS.