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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Professor of Marine/Coastal Remote Sensing
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM CCE - Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (Kanchan Maiti (00007816))
Work Location:
1002X Energy, Coast, and Environment Building
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) at Louisiana State University (LSU) seeks a tenure-track assistant professor of marine/coastal remote sensing. Candidates for this position should have an academic background in oceanography and specialize in the use of satellite remote sensing for studying ocean/coastal dynamics and processes including climate change impacts on marine, coastal and wetland systems using active microwave and passive optical sensors. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and teach graduate and undergraduate courses in support of our strong coastal science program.
This position is part of an exciting multi-position hire within DOCS consisting of four new faculty hires with an expected start date of Fall 2027.
About the Department: Established in 1860, LSU is Louisiana’s flagship land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant institution, as well as an R1 research university. The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) has strong biological, physical, chemical, geological, fisheries, meteorology, and wetland biogeochemistry programs in continental shelf, coastal, estuarine, and wetland environments. Located in the state capital of Baton Rouge, on the banks of the Mississippi River, LSU is surrounded by diverse aquatic and coastal habitats. DOCS is housed within LSU’s nationally distinctive College of the Coast & Environment and is home to 25 full-time equivalent faculty members, 77 graduate students, and numerous research associates, postdoctoral scientists, and support staff. The department offers MS and PhD degrees in Oceanography & Coastal Sciences, while contributing to BS degrees in Coastal Environmental Science and Coastal Meteorology. DOCS faculty enjoy access to well-equipped research laboratories, substantial supercomputing resources, field support services, and a shared marine lab at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) in Cocodrie, La. LUMCON is located 100 miles from LSU, with access to surrounding coastal environments supported by facilities including boats, field stations, laboratory space, and dormitories.
Job Responsibilities:
- 50% - Teach graduate and undergraduate courses; advise students; serve on student thesis committees.
- 40% - Develop and maintain a rigorous, externally funded and independent research program; mentor graduate students and postdocs; publish journal articles, reports, books, conference proceedings etc.
- 10% - Provide service/advice to the University, professional organizations, and local, state and federal agencies.
Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in a relevant field by the start of the appointment
Primary scholarly focus in aquatic remote sensing
* Demonstrated record of publishing peer-reviewed research
Preferred Qualifications:
Post-doctoral research experience
Potential to secure external research funding
Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration
Experience teaching college-level science course as a teaching assistant or instructor of record
This position is considered a research or research-related support position and must undergo screenings per RS 17:1826.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please submit the following requested documents with your application: cover letter, statement of research interests and plans, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to our application (if available), but official transcripts are required prior to hire. If your degree was earned outside the US, a credential evaluation will be required. This position will be open until filled; however, initial review of applications will start on January 4, 2027. For informal inquiries about the position, please contact the search chair, Dr. Eurico D'SA (ejdsa@lsu.edu).
Posting Date:
October 23, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 21, 2027
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!
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.
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.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Remote Sensing Technician
Align your credentials with SOC codes
Remote Sensing Technicians are classified under SOC 17-3031. Confirm your resume and degree transcripts map directly to this code before your employer files the PERM application, since DOL uses it to set the prevailing wage benchmark.
Request a prevailing wage determination early
Your employer must file a prevailing wage request with OFLC before the PERM recruitment phase begins. Pull the current figure yourself using the OFLC Wage Search so you can verify the offered role meets the required Level I, II, or III threshold.
Target agencies with active geospatial procurement contracts
Federal contractors supporting USGS, NASA, or NGA programs regularly sponsor remote sensing professionals through EB-3. Ask during interviews whether the employer has an established PERM filing history for technical roles at your classification level.
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Filter by Remote Sensing Technician roles and green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to reach employers who have already navigated PERM for this SOC code, cutting out months of cold outreach to companies unfamiliar with the process.
Document proprietary software proficiency before the offer stage
PERM job requirements must reflect genuine business needs, not criteria written to fit your profile. Certifications in platforms like ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, or ArcGIS Pro help show your qualifications match requirements that any qualified U.S. applicant would also need to meet.
Understand the I-140 priority date before accepting a role
Once your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS after PERM approval, your priority date is locked. For EB-3 applicants from most countries, visa numbers are current, meaning your green card timeline begins immediately rather than years later.
Green Card Remote Sensing Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Remote Sensing Technician roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Remote Sensing Technician positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, requiring at least two years of training or experience. Roles demanding a master's degree or specialized geospatial research credentials may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's legal counsel determines the correct classification when drafting the PERM job requirements, which must reflect genuine minimum qualifications for the position.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, subject to an annual lottery cap, and requires renewal every three years. PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap concerns for most nationalities at the EB-3 level. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together typically take one to three years from filing to green card.
What skills strengthen a PERM application for a Remote Sensing Technician?
DOL evaluates whether the offered wage meets the prevailing rate for the SOC code and whether the stated job requirements are standard for the industry. Proficiency in calibrated sensor data processing, LiDAR point cloud analysis, or multispectral image classification reinforces that the role is a genuine specialty position. O*NET provides the occupational baseline your employer's attorney will reference when drafting the job description.
Where can I find employers actively sponsoring green cards for Remote Sensing Technician roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employment-based green card sponsorship history, letting you target employers who have completed PERM filings for geospatial and remote sensing roles specifically. This avoids applying to companies that support H-1B transfers but have never navigated PERM, which is a distinct and more involved process requiring active employer commitment.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before I receive my green card?
PERM is employer-specific and does not transfer, so leaving before I-140 approval means restarting the process. After I-140 approval, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar occupation once your adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days. Remote Sensing Technician and related geospatial analyst roles generally qualify as similar occupations under this standard.