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Company: University of Idaho

Location: Moscow, ID 83843

Description:

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number
F001337P

Internal Posting?

Recruitment Title
Regular Faculty

Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience

Location
Idaho Falls, Moscow, Boise, Coeur d'Alene

Primary Division/College
College of Engineering

Primary Unit
Nuclear Engineering and Industrial Management

Employee Category
Faculty

Classification Group Title
Regular Faculty

Position Control Number
5376

Suffix
00

Contingency Code
Not Applicable

FTE

1.0

Contract Basis
Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date
08/18/2025

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 University of Idaho College of Engineering welcomes applications for a tenure-track assistant, or a tenured associate or full professor in industrial engineering and can be located in one of the following locations: Idaho Falls, Moscow, Boise, or Coeur d'Alene. 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.

Successful candidates are expected to have demonstrated a strong record of innovative, collaborative, and visionary engagement in the areas of industrial engineering or engineering management. Applicants with expertise in advanced manufacturing, AI and machine learning, or industrial robotics/automated systems are especially invited to apply. They must have a Ph.D. degree in industrial engineering, engineering management, or a closely related field and will demonstrate a strong commitment to impactful research and teaching and advise/mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

The selected candidate will be expected to develop a strong research program funded by external grants from federal and state agencies as well as collaboration with industry. The position is in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Industrial Management and may be located on the main campus in Moscow or one of the campus centers (Boise, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Falls). This new hire will join the department in developing new undergraduate and graduate programs in industrial engineering to complement existing programs in engineering management, technology management, and industrial technology (soon-to-be engineering technology). Applicants with a proven track record of working with industry partners to develop applied research projects or advanced manufacturing solutions are particularly encouraged to apply. Research opportunities abound in the areas of advanced manufacturing, critical infrastructure systems, and microelectronics.

Unit/Department Summary

The Department of Nuclear Engineering and Industrial Management was formed during the summer of 2020 by bringing together graduate degree programs of nuclear engineering, engineering management, technology management and an undergraduate degree program of industrial technology (changing to engineering technology summer 2025 onwards). The department is located in Idaho Falls and has a close relationship with the Idaho National Laboratory.https://www.uidaho.edu/engr/departments/neim

The University of Idaho is Idaho's major public research university, serving a land-grant mission in support of Idaho's economy and society by educating students at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels to meet the needs of Idaho and our region; by conducting basic and applied research of impact and purpose; and by engaging statewide to improve the lives of Idahoans. Established in 1889, the University of Idaho is the state's only land-grant institution and just achieved R1 status in early 2025. The main campus is in Moscow, a vibrant university community with campus centers in Boise, Coeur d'Alene, and Idaho Falls.

Administrative Summary

Contingency Description

Teaching & Advising
50%

Scholarship & Creative Activity
40%

Outreach & Extension
0%

University Service & Leadership
10%

Qualifications

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

Required Qualifications
  • An earned doctorate in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management or a closely related field.
  • Written and oral communication skills as evident by research publications, presentations, and teaching proficiency
  • Leadership experience in building collaborative relationships among multiple stakeholders
  • Ability to obtain a DOE security clearance
  • Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Idaho within 5 years of hire


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in developing and leading collaborative research and teaching
  • Experience in mentoring students and junior professionals
  • Eligibility for appointment to the rank of associate or full professor
  • Demonstrated experience in program development and assessment
  • Effective and comfortable in developing relationships with businesses to support Idaho workforce development and economic growth goals
  • Demonstrated industrial experience, including leadership in engineering teams or projects
  • Ability to obtain a joint appointment with Idaho National Laboratory


Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

N/A

Posting Information

Posting Date
03/11/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position is open until filled with a priority date of April 11, 2025.

Complete applications consist of: CV, Letter of Application, Teaching Statement, Research Statement, List of four references.

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.
Uncertain

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