Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number
F001284P

Internal Posting?

Recruitment Title
Research Faculty - Extension Specialist

Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience

Location
Boise, Twin Falls, Aberdeen, Off Campus Location - Southern Idaho

Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Primary Unit
Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Nematology

Employee Category
Faculty

Classification Group Title
Research Faculty

Position Control Number
1634

Suffix
00

Contingency Code
Not Applicable

FTE

1

Contract Basis
Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date
09/12/2024

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 Responsibilities

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.

Unit/Department Summary



Administrative Summary

Contingency Description

Teaching & Advising
0%

Scholarship & Creative Activity
25%

Outreach & Extension
70%

University Service & Leadership
5%

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

Required Qualifications

• An earned Ph.D. degree in an appropriate pesticide-focused discipline (agriculture/horticulture) such as Toxicology, Chemistry, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Nematology, Weed Science, Soil Science, Horticulture, or Agronomy.
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and clientele.
• Experience providing clientele with information in a variety of Extension venues, including grower meetings.
• Experience producing technical and scholarly documents.
• Experience interacting with the public in Outreach/Extension programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Idaho Statewide (SW) Pesticide Applicator Consultant's License (or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment date).
• Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) License (or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment date).
• Knowledge of pesticide laws and certification procedures on a national, regional, and state level.
• Experience with conducting pesticide field trials independently.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, both verbally and in writing.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information

Posting Date
09/18/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

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.

Applicant Resources


Background Check Statement

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.

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