Research Faculty - Fish Nutrition
Position Summary
The University of Idaho seeks an exceptional candidate for an academic year tenure-track Assistant Professor position focused on fish nutrition and commercial aquaculture production. The successful candidate will have access to the Aquaculture Research Institute (ARI) facilities in Moscow and the Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station, as well as equipment at the Bozeman Fish Technology Center through a cooperative agreement with the USDA/ARS Trout Feeds Program. These outstanding facilities create unique opportunities to participate in regional, national, and international aquaculture research. This position serves Idaho’s aquaculture industry. Idaho is a leader in the national aquaculture industry, producing over 70% of the nation’s commercially grown rainbow trout and supporting production of sturgeon, tilapia, catfish, ornamental species, and conservation hatcheries.
Unit/Department Summary
Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences, Aquaculture Research Institute
Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire. Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Fish Nutrition, Animal Science, Aquaculture, Biology, or related to the domain of the position
- Experience competing for external funding
- Experience publishing research in refereed journals
- Experience delivering course instruction in a formal educational or training setting
- Experience interacting with students or stakeholders through problem solving, communication, and professional engagement
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
- Experience with verbal and written communication
- Experience in statistical analysis and interpretation of data
- Experience advising undergraduate students and mentoring graduate students
- Experience conducting research with commercial industry stakeholders and research sponsors
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Must be able to obtain a valid driver’s license
Special Instructions To Applicants
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51975
Application Materials
- CV
- Names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references
- Unofficial transcripts
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.