Assistant Professor in Genetics or Genomics

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho in Moscow invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in genetics/genomics. The candidate should build an externally funded program and contribute to departmental strengths.

The position includes teaching 1.5 classes per year in medical sciences or related programs, mentoring students, and active collaboration across the college. Tenure-track with a strong emphasis on research and service.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in genetics, biological sciences, or a closely related field.
• Experience publishing in peer‑reviewed journals is desirable.
• A record of strong research in genetics or genomics with potential for external funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach an average of 1.5 classes per academic year in the medical sciences curriculum or related programs to meet departmental needs.
• Maintain an active, externally funded research program in genetics or genomics.
• Develop collaborations across college and university; mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Attend faculty meetings and departmental seminars; participate in committees at the department, college, and university levels.

Education

Doctorate in genetics/biological sciences

Job description

Regular Faculty

University of Idaho

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College: College of Science

Department: Biological Sciences

Position Classification: Regular Faculty

Rank: Assistant Professor

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Location: Moscow

FTE: 1.0

Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

FLSA Status: Exempt

Type of Appointment: Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/16/2027

POSITION OVERVIEW

Primary Faculty Position Summary

The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track Assistant Professor position. We seek a highly collaborative scientist to establish a productive, extramurally funded research program in genetics or genomics. The successful candidate will build upon existing departmental strengths and align with our strategic priorities.

Duties include teaching an average of 1.5 classes per academic year in the medical sciences curriculum or other programs to meet the teaching needs of the department; maintaining an active research program that includes securing external funding to support research activities in area of expertise; developing research collaborations across the college and university; mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; attending faculty meetings and departmental seminars; serving on department, college, and/or university committees.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers undergraduate (Biochemistry; Bioinformatics; Biology; Medical Sciences; Microbiology) and graduate (Biology; Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (MMBB); Neuroscience) degrees. Faculty also participate in the Bioinformatics and Computational Biology interdisciplinary graduate program. The department hosts a supportive and collaborative community of researchers with internationally recognized strengths in evolutionary biology, microbiology, host-microbe interactions, genetics and genomics, cellular and molecular biology, ecology, and computational biology. Faculty benefit from numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and across the university.

Teaching & Advising Effort

35%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort

55%

Outreach & Extension Effort

5%

University Service & Leadership Effort

5%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

An earned doctorate in genetics, biological sciences, or a closely related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 2 years of post-doctoral research experience in an area relevant to proposed research program.
• An active research program or area of research expertise in a field of genetics or genomics.
• Experience publishing peer-reviewed work in scientific journals.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• A demonstrated potential to secure external research funding (e.g., grants, fellowships).
• Documented evidence of experience in college-level instruction.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate student researchers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

N/A

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled

Yes

Contingency on Appointment

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open until filled with a priority review date for those who apply by September 20, 2026.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment

No

Degree Requirement Timeline

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.