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Job Posting Title:

WAE - Analyst 1 - Data Processing

   

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

   

Department:

LSUAM CCE - DOCS - Biophysical Ocean Modeling Lab (Cheryl Harrison (00070755))

   

Work Location:

3151 Energy, Coast, and Environment Building

   

Pay Grade:

Temporary

   

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Data Analyst will perform scientific software model development, testing, application and documentation.  They will provide model research products for publications, reports, proposals and public outreach initiatives.  The programmer will develop and maintain the lab website and supercomputer data and model

archives, among other scientific data management activities.  

Job Responsibilities:

90% Scientific software model development, testing, application and documentaton, including preparation of model research products for publications, reports, proposals and public outreach initiatives.

10% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a Science Degree

Specific Experience:

Demonstrated experience in scientific programming

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Competencies:

Proficient - Scientific programming

Proficient - Collaborative research skills

Proficient - Communicate clearly in spoken, written, and visual mediums

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Attach of your resume/CV. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, official transcripts are required prior to hire. If your degree was earned outside the US, a credential evaluation will be required. A satisfactory background check will be required for the position.

   

Posting Date:

April 22, 2026

   

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

August 22, 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):

   

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.

   

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