Research Associate II, Irrigation and Agricultural Water Management
- University of Idaho
- Kimberly, ID 83341, USA
- Oct 31, 2026
Job Description
Research Associate II, Irrigation and Agricultural Water Management
University of Idaho
Appointment Information
Working Title: Research Associate II, Irrigation and Agricultural Water Management
Division/College: 3998-CALS Col of Agri Life Sciences
Department: 842-CALS Fiscal Administration
Location: Kimberly
FTE: 1
Advertising Pay Range: $58,011.20 annually or higher depending on experience
Is this position contingent on work and/or funding: True
FLSA Status: Exempt
Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year
Position Overview:
Performs research activities and analysis; implements, evaluates and recommends adjustments to research procedures. Responsible for synthesizing and independently preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a significant degree of creativity and latitude. May coordinate research operations and the daily activities of junior research personnel. Duties may include:
- Participate in planning and/or designing of major scientific projects, studies, or applications
- Plan and conduct research and analysis of scientific data
- Prepare graphic and narrative reports
- Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
- Perform site inspections and field oversight if field work is required
- Plan, design, develop, monitor and/or evaluate a distinct portion of a scientific project, study or application
- Research, design, implement, standardize, and evaluate new procedures
- Maintain detailed records of results and prepares written reports acceptable to the Principal Investigator and funding agencies
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Two years of research experience beyond receipt of Master's Degree related to the domain of this position
Required Education:
- Master's Degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, Biological Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Science or a closely related to the domain of this position
Required Other:
- Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to meet UI requirements for driving university vehicles
- Ability to travel frequently throughout Idaho and occasional regional or national travel
- Ability to occasionally work non-standard business hours, especially during peak field seasons
Additional Preferred:
- Ph. D in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, Biological Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
- Experience conducting independent field-based agricultural or environmental research
- Experience with experimental design, data collection, statistical analysis and interpretation
- Experience with agricultural water management, irrigation, soil moisture, evapotranspiration, precision agriculture or related research
- Proficiency with R, Python, GIS, SQL or similar data analysis and visualization tools
- Experience managing research projects, datasets and competing priorities
- Scientific writing experience, including peer-reviewed publications, technical reports or thesis/dissertation work
- Experience supervising students or research personnel and collaborating with producers, Extension or interdisciplinary teams
- Experience with agricultural equipment, field instrumentation, remote sensing, UAVs, sensor networks or environmental monitoring technologies
- Experience serving as PI or Co-PI on extramurally funded research
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Work in office, laboratory, greenhouse and outdoor agricultural environments
- Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds and walk long distances over uneven terrain
- Ability to bend, kneel, climb ladders and work around machinery, chemicals, insects and variable weather
Open Until Filled: True
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by October 8, 2026, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
In addition to your Letter of Qualification, please also include your unofficial transcripts. Please combine letter and transcripts into one pdf file.
If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather at hbiersner@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you.
Visa Sponsorship: Uncertain
Degree Requirement Timeline: Degree required at time of application
To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/research-associate-ii-irrigation-and-agricultural-water-management-kimberly-idaho-united-states
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