What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Faculty in Environmental Engineering position at University of Idaho?
Regular Faculty
Posting Number: F001456P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Location: Moscow
Primary Division/College:
Primary Unit:
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title:
Position Control Number: 2983
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE:
1.0
Contract Basis: Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/16/2027
FLSA Status: Exempt
Tenure Tracking: Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank: Negotiable (must be justified)
Extension Type: Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type:
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable):
Position Summary:
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Idaho seeks candidates for a full-time tenure track assistant professor or tenure track or tenured associate professor in the broad area of water-environment engineering. Exceptional candidates may be eligible for a tenured appointment. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in the college and department bylaws.
We seek candidates with teaching and research interests in emerging areas of environmental engineering and topics of significant societal importance. Candidates with expertise in areas such as waste treatment, contaminant fate and transport, environmental microbiology and biotechnology, wastewater-based epidemiology, resource recovery, bio-based energy systems, water supply and quality, environmental aspects of mining, floods and droughts, groundwater systems, or other areas of environmental engineering relevant to society are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty with expertise in water quality and treatment, wastewater treatment and resource recovery, and ecohydraulics. Water-related research is strong across the University of Idaho, including through its interdisciplinary Water Resources Graduate Program, which brings together faculty from multiple departments. These strengths provide ample opportunities for interdisciplinary research and collaboration. The candidate will advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students and is expected to develop a strong externally funded research program that supports graduate students and produces high-quality scholarly publications.
The successful candidate will teach traditional civil engineering water-environment courses and develop courses in their area of expertise.
We are committed to providing a high-quality education through teaching excellence and to fostering a productive, collaborative, and collegial environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
We seek candidates with teaching and research interests in emerging areas of environmental engineering and topics of significant societal importance. Candidates with expertise in areas such as waste treatment, contaminant fate and transport, environmental microbiology and biotechnology, wastewater-based epidemiology, resource recovery, bio-based energy systems, water supply and quality, environmental aspects of mining, floods and droughts, groundwater systems, or other areas of environmental engineering relevant to society are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty with expertise in water quality and treatment, wastewater treatment and resource recovery, and ecohydraulics. Water-related research is strong across the University of Idaho, including through its interdisciplinary Water Resources Graduate Program, which brings together faculty from multiple departments. These strengths provide ample opportunities for interdisciplinary research and collaboration. The candidate will advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students and is expected to develop a strong externally funded research program that supports graduate students and produces high-quality scholarly publications.
The successful candidate will teach traditional civil engineering water-environment courses and develop courses in their area of expertise.
We are committed to providing a high-quality education through teaching excellence and to fostering a productive, collaborative, and collegial environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
Unit/Department Summary:
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering | University of Idaho
Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 40%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 55%
Outreach & Extension: 0%
University Service & Leadership: 5%
Minimum Education/Degree Required:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:
- B.S. in Civil Engineering and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely related field
- Expertise in water and/or environmental engineering
- Record of research productivity
- Experience with effective written and oral communication.
- Ability to obtain licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Idaho within 5 years of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting externally funded research
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in area of expertise
- Professional experience in private practice or public agency
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary environments
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Posting Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is open until filled with first consideration being given to completed applications submitted by December 1, 2026. A complete application consists of a CV, letter of application, a teaching statement, a research statement, and a list of at least 3 references.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate's eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate's eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
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://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/53073
EEOStatement
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Benefits:
Sick Leave, Health Insurance, Professional DevelopmentSalary : $91,223 - $142,501