Research Assistant Professor - Aquaculture

University of Idaho Careers; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho seeks an non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor in the Fish & Wildlife Sciences department. The position focuses on cold water aquaculture and gastrointestinal physiology, supporting sustainable aquaculture and hatchery management. It is a term appointment contingent on funding, with teaching, research, and extension responsibilities, and a 1.0 FTE schedule.

Teaching load is 15%, scholarship 75%, with 7% outreach and 3% university service. Requires Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Fish Physiology or related field (aquaculture, fisheries, biological or veterinary science).
• Proven ability to compete for external funding.
• Experience collaborating with industry and publishing in high-impact journals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in cold water aquaculture and gastrointestinal physiology.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Secure external funding to support research and program activities.
• Publish results in refereed journals and present at conferences.

Skills

External funding

Industry collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Education

Ph.D. in Fish Physiology

Job description

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College

College of Natural Resources

Department

Fish & Wildlife Sciences

Position Classification

Research Faculty

Rank

Assistant Professor

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Location

Off Campus Location - Hagerman

FTE

1.0

Advertising Pay Range

$72,000 or higher depending on experience

FLSA Status

Exempt

Type of Appointment

Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date

01/04/2027

POSITION OVERVIEW

Faculty Position Summary

The Department Fish and Wildlife Sciences (FWS) seeks a non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor with expertise in cold water aquaculture and gastrointestinal physiology to help expand our interdisciplinary research and teaching efforts focused on sustainable aquaculture and hatchery management. The position is a term position contingent of continuation of funding.

Teaching & Advising Effort

15%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort

75%

Outreach & Extension Effort

7%

University Service & Leadership Effort

3%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Completed Ph.D. in Fish Physiology (or related field such as aquaculture, fisheries science, biological science, veterinary science)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience competing for external funding.
• Experience collaborating with industry, and publishing research in high-impact, refereed journals.
• Experience solving problems analytically.
• Experience communicating orally and in writing.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary research team.
• Experience with cold water aquaculture, fish physiology, biochemical and -omics analyses, and gastrointestinal function/health.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate courses and mentoring graduate students.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

N/A

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled

No - Search will close November 15, 2026

Contingency on Appointment

Yes

Contingency Description

This appointment is contingent on funding and/or work to support the position. Employee acknowledges and agrees that in the event of insufficient funding and/or work, as determined by University in its sole discretion, University may: (1) change this Agreement by adjusting the employee’s FTE and annual salary throughout the contract year; or (2) terminate this Agreement and employee’s employment prior to the end of the term of appointment, upon 60 days written notice or such lesser amount of notice as the funding or sponsoring agency had to give to the University before decreasing or terminating funding for the employee’s position. Employee further acknowledges and agrees that in the event termination for insufficient funding becomes necessary, the notice provisions of Faculty Staff Handbook 3900B will not apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate’s eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at [e-mail] for additional visa eligibility information.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment

Uncertain

Degree Requirement Timeline

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.