Postdoctoral Researcher

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM ORED - CCT - Coastal Systems & Engineering (Matthew Brand (00082112))

Work Location:

2015 Digital Media Center

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

The Center for Computation and Technology and Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Louisiana State University is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for a postdoctoral scholar position in the field of environmental economics and wetland restoration. The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge research focused on the application of benefit/cost analyses to coastal green and gray infrastructure, with an emphasis on the valuation of ecosystem co-benefits, especially water quality using InVEST or similar models. The expectations for this position are on a NOAA-funded Effects of Sea-Level Rise project on quantifying the benefits and costs of coastal green and gray infrastructure for the purposes of sea-level rise adaptation in the Pacific Northwest. This project would involve collaborations with multiple institutions throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon State University, Pacific Northwest National Laboratories, and the Partnership for Coastal Watersheds. The remainder of the effort of the postdoc is expected to investigate how wetland and floodplain restoration can be funded through reductions in flood risk, improvements to water quality, and other ecosystem co-benefits throughout the Gulf Coast region and Louisiana.

Job Responsibilities:

Research: Conduct advanced research in environmental economics and finance applied to coastal green and gray infrastructure. Develop and implement economic and InVEST models to analyze the financial implications of green and gray coastal infrastructure and the economic valuation of ecosystem services. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate economic and financial perspectives into broader environmental science and engineering projects. (50%)

Publication and Dissemination: Prepare research findings for publication in high-impact scientific journals and present at conferences. Present at stakeholder engagement meetings and incorporate stakeholder feedback into research. (35%)

Collaboration and Networking: Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and graduate students within the department and across relevant disciplines. Establish connections with external partners, stakeholders, and industry professionals to enhance the impact and relevance of the research. (10%)

Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D in a related field. Knowledge of InVEST model.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D in a related field and 1-5 years of experience. Knowledge of environmental economics, finance, or both. Valuation of ecosystem co-benefits and models using InVEST. Work with diverse and large datasets using programming languages such as R, MATLAB, or Python. Proven track record of publications in high-quality journals.  Experience with stakeholder engagement. Experience in working with flood/hydrodynamic models

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.

Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required before hiring.

Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings in accordance with University Policy as required and RS:17 screenings (https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?p=y&d=1297548).

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For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Matthew Brand at mbrand@lsu.edu

Posting Date:

November 19, 2025

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

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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