Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education & Leadership
Listed on 2026-07-07
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education & Leadership
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 University of Idaho. The goal of the Student of Fire initiative is to advance the effectiveness of wildland fire training and education. The individual will work to expand partnerships and training offerings to enhance access and quality for students within and outside the University of Idaho.
The research faculty will lead research efforts to explore methods for improving instruction related to wildland fire in the private and professional communities. Research will include needs assessments, course design and delivery using adult learning principles, and evaluations of outcomes. Responsibilities also include developing grant proposals and peer‑reviewed publications, managing personnel, and forming partnerships with various organizations.
Additional responsibilities include outreach efforts to share information and build skills related to wildland fire management and leadership, including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in consultation with the Head of the Department. The position is contingent on the continuation of funding.
Teaching & Advising: 50%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 25%
Outreach & Extension: 20%
University Service & Leadership: 5%
- Completed Ph.D. in Education or related field with emphasis on wildland fire or closely related field
- Expertise with wildland fire, including wildland fire management and wildland fire leadership
- Experience competing for external funding
- Experience publishing research in high‑impact, refereed journals
- Analytical skills
- Written and oral communication skills
- Experience with strategic planning, risk mitigation, and managing multiple complex projects
- Demonstrated experience in developing curricula and instructional materials, specifically for fire management and mentoring
- Experience teaching both university courses and professional development workshops for the National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG)
- Experience planning and conducting complex experimental designs and complex data analysis
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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