Research Faculty-Extension Specialist, Potato​/Onion

Research Faculty-Extension Specialist, Potato/Onion
Recruitment Title Research Faculty-Extension Specialist, Potato/Onion
Advertising Pay Range
Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with Experience
Location
Location Parma
Primary Division/College
Primary Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Employee Category
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title
Classification Group Title Research Faculty
Position Control Number
Position Control Number 1449
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Contract Basis Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
Anticipated Contract Start Date 02/17/2026
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Exempt
Tenure Tracking Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank
Rank Negotiable (must be justified)
Extension Type
Extension Type Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type
Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Department of Plant Science, seeks an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor for a fiscal-year, tenure-track or tenured appointment. The Potato/Onion Agronomist at the Parma R&E Center will devote 60% of their effort to research on potato and onion agronomy, including publishing findings, presenting at conferences, securing extramural funding, and mentoring graduate students. 35% of the role involves Extension and outreach, developing and disseminating educational materials, bulletins, and presentations for stakeholders and the public.

The remaining 5% includes service through participation in faculty meetings, committees, and professional activities such as reviewing manuscripts and grant proposals. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.

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

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in plant science, agronomy, crop science, horticulture, agroecology, or related scientific discipline that demonstrates research competency in crop production and agronomy.
Experience planning, conducting, and reporting on field-based experiments in agronomic systems.
Record of published research results in refereed scientific journals and peer-reviewed publications.

Experience with verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of potato and/or onion production systems.
Evidence of success at securing competitive grant funding.
Experience creating and delivering presentations at scientific meetings and/or to stakeholder audiences.
Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate in multi-disciplinary team-based research and extension programs.
Evidence of ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams composed of multi-institutional colleagues, stakeholders, and members of commodity groups.
Demonstrated ability to manage staff.
Evidence of success in mentoring undergraduate students, graduate students and/or post-doctoral researchers.
Experience writing extension publications and popular press articles for non-scientific audiences.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Be able to work outdoors in cold, temperate, or hot weather; able to work in wet or dry weather conditions.
Be able to walk distances to inspect and work in fields and lab settings.
Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50 pounds.

Posting Information
Posting Date
Posting Date 11/24/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by January 4, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Along with your online application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
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 employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Required Documents

Resume/CV
List of References
Transcripts
Letter of Qualification

Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
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