Research Faculty – Extension Specialist – Southern District

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rrUniversity of Idaho

rrResearch Faculty – Extension Specialist – Southern District

rrLocation: Boise, Twin Falls, Aberdeen, Off Campus Location –
Southern Idaho

rrDivision/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

rrEmployee Category: Faculty

rrPay Range: Commensurate with Experience

rrFTE: 1

rrFull/Part Time:

rrPosition Summary:

r The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is seeking a tenure
track assistant professor to serve as an extension specialist in the
department of Entomology, Plant Pathology & Nematology. The Specialist
will provide leadership and have overall responsibility for a statewide
multifaceted Extension Pesticide Safety and Pest Management program
consistent with performance expectations of area educators and in
alignment with UI Extension and UI Strategic Plans. The Specialist will
provide leadership and have overall responsibility for the statewide
multifaceted IR-4 Specialty Crop program for Idaho. The Specialist will
work collaboratively with the statewide Integrated Pest Management
program and will facilitate the transfer of technology, research, and
knowledge from the university to residents throughout the state of
Idaho. Professional service is expected, including but not limited to
professional associations, reviews of Extension publications, journal
manuscripts, grant proposals, and external promotion packets. This
position will be 25% Scholarship & Creative Activity, 70% Outreach and
Extension, and 5% University Service and Leadership.

rrMinimum Qualifications:

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– An earned Ph.D. degree in an appropriate pesticide-focused
discipline (agriculture/horticulture) such as Toxicology, Chemistry,
Entomology, Plant Pathology, Nematology, Weed Science, Soil Science,
Horticulture, or Agronomy.
– Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and clientele.
– Experience providing clientele with information in a variety of
Extension venues, including grower meetings.
– Experience producing technical and scholarly documents.
– Experience interacting with the public in Outreach/Extension
programs.

rrPreferred Qualifications:

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– Certified Idaho Statewide (SW) Pesticide Applicator Consultants
License (or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment date).
– Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) License (or ability to obtain within 6
months of appointment date).
– Knowledge of pesticide laws and certification procedures on a
national, regional, and state level.
– Experience with conducting pesticide field trials independently.
– Ability to communicate in Spanish, both verbally and in writing.

rrPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions:

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rRequired Licensures, Certifications or other

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rPosting Number: F001284P

rrPosting Date: 09/18/2024

rrClosing Date:

rrOpen Until Filled: Yes

rrSpecial Instructions:

rApplications received by October 18th, 2024 will receive first
consideration.

Along with your on-line application, write a cover letter briefly
addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, and
succinctly outlining your research interests and qualifications.

In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names &
contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and
unofficial transcripts.

rrBackground Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible
candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

rrTo apply, please visit:
[jobs.uidaho.edu](https://apptrkr.com/5651882)

rrEEO Statement

rUniversity of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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