What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Faculty, Potato/Onion Agronomist position at Ag Jobs?
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F001396P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Research Faculty, Potato/Onion Agronomist
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience
Location
Parma
Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Plant Sciences
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Research Faculty
Position Control Number
1449
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
02/17/2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank
Negotiable (must be justified)
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, 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.
Unit/Department Summary
https://www.uidaho.edu/agricultural-life-sciences/academics/plant-sciences
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
60%
Outreach & Extension
35%
University Service & Leadership
5%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Posting Information
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.
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.
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.
No
Position Information
Posting Number
F001396P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Research Faculty, Potato/Onion Agronomist
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience
Location
Parma
Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Plant Sciences
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Research Faculty
Position Control Number
1449
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
02/17/2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank
Negotiable (must be justified)
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, 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.
Unit/Department Summary
https://www.uidaho.edu/agricultural-life-sciences/academics/plant-sciences
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
60%
Outreach & Extension
35%
University Service & Leadership
5%
Qualifications
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
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.
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.
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.
No