Research Associate 1 - Neurobiology of Metabolic Dysfunction

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At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers , and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities.  Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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## Job Posting Title:
Research Associate 1 - Neurobiology of Metabolic Dysfunction

## Position Type:
Other Academic

## Department:
LSUPBRC Basic - Neurobiology of Metabolic Dysfunction (David H McDougal (00002943))

## Work Location:
LSU - Pennington Biomedical

## Pay Grade:
Other Academic

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center , a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Associate in Neurobiology of Metabolic Dysfunction.

The Research Associate will support research on glucose regulation and metabolic physiology using rat models. Responsibilities include assisting with and performing surgical procedures and conducting hyperinsulinemic-hypoglycemic clamp experiments. Additional responsibilities include collecting and processing biological samples, performing enzymatic assays and ELISAs, and organizing and analyzing experimental data.

Job Responsibilities

- Assist with and perform surgical procedures in rats, including vascular catheter implantation.
- Conduct hyperinsulinemic-hypoglycemic clamp experiments in rodent models.
- Provide postoperative care and maintain indwelling vascular catheters.
- Perform serial blood sampling and administer experimental treatments in rodents.
- Collect, process, and prepare biological samples for analysis.
- Perform enzymatic assays and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs).
- Organize and analyze physiological and biochemical data and contribute to reports and scientific publications.
- Assist in the design and execution of research projects.
- Maintain accurate records of experiments, protocols, and results.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and follow established safety and animal research protocols.
- Participate in laboratory meetings and collaborate with other research team members.

- Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
- One year of experience working with rats in a research setting.

- One year of experience performing enzymatic assays and/or enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs).
- Strong understanding of experimental design and data interpretation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting experiments and collaborating with team members.
- Ability to prepare reports, manuscripts, and presentations based on research findings.

- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail for maintaining accurate records and ensuring quality control.

Preferred Qualifications

- 3 - 5 years of experience working with rats in a research setting.
- Experience in surgical procedures in rats, particularly vascular catheter implantation.
- Experience conducting hyperinsulinemic-hypoglycemic clamps in rodent models.
- Experience providing postoperative care and maintaining indwelling vascular catheters.
- Experience with serial blood sampling and administration of experimental treatments in rodents.
- Experience organizing and analyzing physiological and biochemical data.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce with a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.

Additional Job Description:

This position is not eligible for sponsorship or remote work. This is full-time, in person position with state benefits and retirement.

## Competencies:
None

## Special Instructions:
Interested candidates should include a resume and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process. We will respect the request that we do not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made.

A letter of application/cover letter is recommended but not required. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.

## Posting Date:
October 29, 2026

## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 12, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana . For more information, visit PBRC .

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to [email protected] .

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center 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):

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or [email protected] .