Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair in Nematology - Research Faculty - Extension Specialist (Parma)
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Location: Moscow, ID 83843
Description:
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F001291P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair in Nematology - Research Faculty - Extension Specialist (Parma)
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience.
Location
Parma
Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Nematology
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Research Faculty
Position Control Number
1017
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
01/05/2025
FLSA Status
Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Tenured
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 is seeking to hire a Tenured Associate or Full Professor to serve as the Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair for the Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology. The purpose of a Presidential Endowed Chair is to recruit and retain faculty with outstanding scholarly records who will provide scholarship and leadership that enhances their department, their college and the university (65%). This is a distinguished faculty position that represents accomplishment, prestige, leadership and good citizenship on campus and in the profession. The faculty selected must continue to perform as exemplary academicians and excellent colleagues. The position will participate in college and university service and leadership (5%). In addition, the Presidential Endowed Chair will provide important outreach (30%) to regional and national stakeholders, including but not limited to agribusiness, commodity groups, producers and policy makers on issues related to nematology in Idaho. Endowment distributions may be used at the discretion of the dean in accordance with current College of Agricultural and Life Sciences policies and procedures for endowed chair positions. Endowed funds will be used to support the presidential endowed chair position and research may include, but is not limited to supporting faculty, students, staff, travel, equipment, and salary enhancements. The chairship will be reviewed for renewal by the dean every five years. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.
Unit/Department Summary
Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
65%
Outreach & Extension
30%
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
10/11/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by November 11, 2024 will receive first consideration. Along with your on-line 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.
For questions, please contact:
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 opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
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Position Information
Posting Number
F001291P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair in Nematology - Research Faculty - Extension Specialist (Parma)
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience.
Location
Parma
Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Nematology
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Research Faculty
Position Control Number
1017
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
01/05/2025
FLSA Status
Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Tenured
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 is seeking to hire a Tenured Associate or Full Professor to serve as the Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair for the Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology. The purpose of a Presidential Endowed Chair is to recruit and retain faculty with outstanding scholarly records who will provide scholarship and leadership that enhances their department, their college and the university (65%). This is a distinguished faculty position that represents accomplishment, prestige, leadership and good citizenship on campus and in the profession. The faculty selected must continue to perform as exemplary academicians and excellent colleagues. The position will participate in college and university service and leadership (5%). In addition, the Presidential Endowed Chair will provide important outreach (30%) to regional and national stakeholders, including but not limited to agribusiness, commodity groups, producers and policy makers on issues related to nematology in Idaho. Endowment distributions may be used at the discretion of the dean in accordance with current College of Agricultural and Life Sciences policies and procedures for endowed chair positions. Endowed funds will be used to support the presidential endowed chair position and research may include, but is not limited to supporting faculty, students, staff, travel, equipment, and salary enhancements. The chairship will be reviewed for renewal by the dean every five years. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.
Unit/Department Summary
Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
65%
Outreach & Extension
30%
University Service & Leadership
5%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
- Earned Ph.D. in Nematology or an appropriate agricultural discipline with a research emphasis in Nematology.
- Must hold the rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure.
- Experience and training in fundamental and applied nematology research.
- Experience conducting research and disseminating research-based information in peer reviewed journals/publications.
- Experience communicating with clientele and providing them with both written and oral information.
- Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and clientele.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with specialty or field crops research and extension.
- Experience securing external funds.
- Strong publication record.
- Experience developing and delivering extension programs.
- Experience in training graduate and undergraduate students.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Posting Information
Posting Date
10/11/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by November 11, 2024 will receive first consideration. Along with your on-line 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.
For questions, please contact:
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 opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
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