11 biology jobs found

Postdoctoral Fellow Posting Number: SP005254P Division/College: College of Science Department: Biological Sciences Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: Seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work in the lab of Dr. Paul Rowley. Position Overview: The postdoctoral fellow will work in the lab of Paul Rowley to understand the basis of resistance to antifungal “killer” toxins produced by different species of fungi. This hire will use genetics, biochemistry, microbiology, and genomic assays with the model yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Pichia pastoris, and non-model pathogenic and non-pathogenic yeast species to pursue these goals. This research will require leading the project with support from a technician, and graduate students. Required Experience: Experience with bacterial and yeast genetics and physiology Extensive experience with techniques of molecular biology using bacteria and/or yeasts (e.g. building and cloning...

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Predictive Modeling for Mental Health Outcomes Posting Number: SP005013P Division/College: University Research Department: Institute for Modeling Collaboration & Innovation (IMCI) Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: Position Overview: The Postdoctoral Research Associate selected for this position will work as a member of an interdisciplinary team led by Dr. Colin Xu on Department of Defense (DoD)-funded research project involving the use of statistical and machine learning methods for predicting mental health outcomes of anxiety, depression and PTSD . There will be potential opportunities for methodological and/or software development and the integration of machine learning into the project. This position is one of three Postdoctoral Research Associate positions currently available at the University of Idaho in the Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation ( IMCI ). These postdoctoral researchers...

Research Support Geologist, Field Geologist Posting Number: SP005291P Division/College: University Research Department: Idaho Geological Survey Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: The Idaho Geological Survey ( IGS ) is seeking a Research Support Geologist to support ongoing grant-funded geologic mapping projects at IGS . Based in Moscow, Idaho, the Research Support Geologist position reports to the grant PI with input from other IGS staff. IGS is a non-regulatory state agency that leads in the collection, interpretation, and dissemination of geologic and mineral data for Idaho. The Survey’s mission is to provide the state with timely and relevant information. Members of the IGS fulfill this mission through applied geologic research and strong collaborations with federal and state agencies, academia, and the private sector. Position Overview: The Research Support Geologist reports to the Research Geologists and conducts geologic mapping and...

Research Support Geologist, Critical Minerals Posting Number: SP005292P Division/College: University Research Department: Idaho Geological Survey Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: The Idaho Geological Survey ( IGS ) is seeking a Research Support Geologist to support ongoing grant-funded projects at IGS . Based in Moscow, Idaho, the Research Support Geologist position reports to the grant PI with input from other IGS staff. IGS is a non-regulatory state agency that leads in the collection, interpretation, and dissemination of geologic and mineral data for Idaho. The Survey’s mission is to provide the state with timely and relevant information. Members of the IGS fulfill this mission through applied geologic research and strong collaborations with federal and state agencies, academia, and the private sector. Position Overview: The Research Support Geologist reports to the Research Geologist and conducts geologic mapping and applied geologic...

Research Associate I, White Sturgeon Population Viability Posting Number: SP005274P Division/College: College of Natural Resources Department: Co-Op Fish & Wildlife Research Unit Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: Incumbent will perform quantitative research on the population dynamics of White Sturgeon in the Snake River. Using existing data, the incumbent will estimate abundance, survival, recruitment, and movement rates for two sturgeon populations. The incumbent will use estimates to parameterize a demographic simulation model that accommodates management interventions and different environmental scenarios. Position supervised by Dr. Matt Falcy of the USGS , Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at the University of Idaho. Position Overview: Performs research activities and analysis; implements and evaluates research procedures and data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Responsible for analyzing...

Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education & Leadership Posting Number: F001405P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: College of Natural Resources Primary Unit: Forest, Rangeland, & Fire Sciences Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Research Faculty Position Control Number: 0039 Suffix: 01 Contingency Code: 15 FTE: 1.0 Contract Basis: Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 01/05/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences ( FRFS ) seeks an academic year, non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor to help lead, coordinate and support the Student of Fire Initiative at the...

Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education Posting Number: F001406P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: College of Natural Resources Primary Unit: Forest, Rangeland, & Fire Sciences Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Research Faculty Position Control Number: 0041 Suffix: 01 Contingency Code: 15 FTE: 1.0 Contract Basis: Fiscal Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 01/05/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences ( FRFS ) seeks a fiscal year, non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor to help support the Student of Fire Initiative at the University of Idaho. The goal of the Student of...