11 Kent State University jobs found

Research Specialist Posting Number: SP005118P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: Plant Sciences Location: Aberdeen Posting Context Statement: The position supports the primary investigator in researching small grain agronomic and pathology issues for the Cereals Extension/Research Program in South-Central/Southeast Idaho, involving planning and maintaining field studies to evaluate cereal varieties and their environmental responses. Tasks include seed prep, planting, plot maintenance, harvesting, grain processing, and data management. The Research Specialist must work efficiently with minimal supervision, ensure data quality, and maintain safe working conditions while operating machinery such as combines, planters, and tractors. Collaboration with Cereal Extension faculty and staff at the R&E Centers is required. Position Overview: Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and...

Research Associate I, Weed Science Posting Number: SP005117P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: Plant Sciences Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: The Weed Science Research Associate will provide support for the weed science program in conducting research on herbicide resistance screening and weed management practices for row crop and forage production systems in southern Idaho. Research will be conducted primarily in alfalfa, corn, dry beans, small grains, and sugar beet. Position Overview: Performs research activities and analysis; implements and evaluates research procedures and data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Responsible for analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude. May supervise junior research personnel. Duties may include: Provide technical support in planning and/or designing of...

Associate Director, Western Rural Development Center Posting Number: SP005113P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: WRDC (Western Rural Development Center) Location: Boise Posting Context Statement: The Western Rural Development Center ( WRDC ) is one of four rural development centers established by Congress’s Rural Development Act of 1972. It is a collaborative effort between the USDA and the University of Idaho. The core of its funding comes from NIFA . The WRDC works with public universities in the Western region to conduct research-based studies and educational outreach programs. It partners with local communities, decision-makers, entrepreneurs, families, farmers, and ranchers to address various rural development issues. The WRDC’s objective is to enhance the capacity of the region’s land-grant universities and cooperative extension services to help rural communities thrive and become self-sustaining. Position...

Senior Operations Director Posting Number: SP005112P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: The Senior Operations Director is a key partner and operational leader in the University of Idaho’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences ( CALS ) who drives planning, operations, organizational change, and project execution in support of UI’s strategic plan pillar: Optimize Operational Excellence. The individual leads initiatives that integrate values and leadership into core operational processes. Through collaboration, innovation, and strategic vision, the role ensures alignment across CALS’s land-grant mission of teaching, research, and extension. This position will also leverage emerging technologies (including AI) and is expected to excel in vision and execution. Position Overview: The Senior Operations Director serves as a key strategic...

Business Specialist III Posting Number: SP005025P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: CALS Administrative Services supports the college in personnel and financial operations. This position works closely with units/departments to provide administrative oversight, communication and interaction to support staff in financial processes. The position also works closely with central UI offices to research processes/procedures and provide interpretation and recommendations to assist administrators, departments and supervisors. Position Overview: Responsible for providing complex technical support for daily financial operations by performing a variety of tasks following policies and procedures. In addition to processing a variety of financial transactions and maintaining records, the position compiles data and generates routine and ad hoc...

Assistant Director of Marketing and Events Posting Number: SP005060P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Location: Moscow Posting Context Statement: Position Overview: The Assistant Director of Marketing and Events in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences ( CALS ) at the University of Idaho leads marketing strategy and event planning to promote CALS , University of Idaho Extension, and the Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station. This role oversees branding, campaigns, and communications across digital, print, and event platforms to strengthen the college’s reputation and align with institutional goals. Responsibilities include developing marketing content, ensuring brand consistency, managing strategic events, supervising staff and contractors, coordinating with university units, and overseeing budgets. The position serves as the chief marketing strategist for CALS ,...

Regular Faculty - Political Science Posting Number: F001372P Advertising Pay Range: $71,830.50 or higher commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: Col of Letters, Arts & Social Sci. Primary Unit: Politics and Philosophy Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Regular Faculty Position Control Number: 0418 Suffix: 00 Contingency Code: Not Applicable FTE: 1 Contract Basis: Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: 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 Politics and Philosophy in the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Idaho invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in American Politics with a focus on...