RESEARCH FACULTY-EXTENSION SPECIALIST, HORTICULTURE
The University of Idaho College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
Location: Off Campus Location - Can be located at any UI Research and Extension Center or UI property in Southern Idaho
Application Deadline: 2026-03-16
Research Faculty-Extension Specialist, Horticulture
Posting Number: F001410P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
Location: Off Campus Location - Can be located at any UI Research and Extension Center or UI property in Southern Idaho
Primary Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit: Plant Sciences
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title: Research Faculty
Position Control Number: 1337
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.0
Contract Basis: Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 03/02/2026
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 University of Idaho College of Agricultural and Life Sciences invites applicants for a 12-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor Research Faculty-Extension Specialist position in the Department of Plant Sciences in the area of Horticulture. The position is 55% Extension, 40% Research and 5% University Service and Leadership. The position will be available starting in March 2, 2026 with a salary that is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The primary objectives for this position will be the development of innovative horticulture-related Extension and research programming specializing in sustainable and economically viable consumer and commercial horticulture. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and collaboratively with Extension, academic, and industry partners in the region.
Unit/Department Summary: https://www.uidaho.edu/agricultural-life-sciences/academics/plant-sciences
Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 40%
Outreach & Extension: 55%
University Service & Leadership: 5%
Minimum Education/Degree Required:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:
• A Ph.D. in plant sciences, botany, horticulture, or a closely related scientific discipline at the time of hire
• Experience with verbal and written communication.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams that include Extension faculty, researchers, and/or stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience with planning, conducting, and reporting research results.
• Experience publishing research articles in peer-reviewed national or international journals.
• Experience in temperate horticultural production systems.
• Experienced researcher in controlled and/or field environments with temperate climate fruit, floral, ornamental, woody, turf, or vegetable crop production.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Record of productivity in peer-reviewed scientific publications
• Demonstrated ability to produce general public-facing media or publications
• Demonstrated ability or potential to lead and participate in independent and collaborative interdisciplinary research
• Track record of securing competitive research funding or demonstrated potential to obtain grant support
• Experience developing and delivering oral presentations to scientific, stakeholder, and industry/public audiences
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage staff, students, and/or volunteers
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and clientele
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
• Work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 lbs
Posting Date: 02/02/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications received by March 16, 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 Vision Statement for developing an Extension and research program, CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6903020
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.