University of Idaho
Research Faculty - Extension Specialist
Location: Boise, Twin Falls, Aberdeen, Off Campus Location - Southern Idaho
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Employee Category: Faculty
Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time:
Position Summary:
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is seeking a tenure track assistant professor to serve as an extension specialist in the department of Entomology, Plant Pathology & Nematology. The Specialist will provide leadership and have overall responsibility for a statewide multifaceted Extension Pesticide Safety and Pest Management program consistent with performance expectations of area educators and in alignment with UI Extension and UI Strategic Plans. The Specialist will provide leadership and have overall responsibility for the statewide multifaceted IR-4 Specialty Crop program for Idaho. The Specialist will work collaboratively with the statewide Integrated Pest Management program and will facilitate the transfer of technology, research, and knowledge from the university to residents throughout the state of Idaho. Professional service is expected, including but not limited to professional associations, reviews of Extension publications, journal manuscripts, grant proposals, and external promotion packets. This position will be 25% Scholarship & Creative Activity, 70% Outreach and Extension, and 5% University Service and Leadership.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: F001284P
Posting Date: 09/18/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Applications received by October 18th, 2024 will receive first consideration.
Along with your on-line application, write a cover letter briefly addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, and succinctly outlining your research interests and qualifications.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes core benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, as well as retirement and other exciting supplemental benefits that enhance the employment experience and life at U of I.
Work/Life Balance
Employee Assistance Plan: Benefit Services offers a robust employee assistance program that is free and confidential. It provides eligible employees and their families with the opportunity to discuss personal problems with a professional counselor, receive unlimited telephone and Internet access to resource and referral information and obtain other self-help information.
Time Away from Work: The university offers a generous paid time off package for benefit-eligible employees, as well as 12 paid holidays a year.
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About the area
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