Research Faculty, Potato/Onion Agronomist

University Of Idaho; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Department of Plant Science, invites applications for an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor position in potato/onion agronomy at the Parma Research and Extension Center. The role offers 60% research, 35% extension, and 5% service, with tenure-track or tenured prospects.

The candidate will publish findings, pursue extramural funding, mentor graduate students, and develop educational materials for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant science, agronomy, crop science, horticulture, agroecology, or related field required.
• Experience planning, conducting, and reporting field-based experiments in agronomic systems.
• Record of published research in refereed journals and peer-reviewed publications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on potato and onion agronomy; publish findings and mentor graduate students.
• Publish and present at conferences; secure extramural funding.
• Develop outreach materials and educational bulletins for stakeholders and the public.
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and peer-review activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Field trial planning

Education

Ph.D. in plant science

Job description

Research Faculty-Extension Specialist, Potato/Onion

Recruitment Title Research Faculty-Extension Specialist, Potato/Onion

Advertising Pay Range

Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with Experience

Location

Location Parma

Primary Division/College

Primary Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Primary Unit

Employee Category

Employee Category Faculty

Classification Group Title

Classification Group Title Research Faculty

Position Control Number

Position Control Number 1449

Suffix 00

Contingency Code Not Applicable

FTE

1

Contract Basis

Contract Basis Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date

Anticipated Contract Start Date 02/17/2026

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Tenure Tracking Negotiable (must be justified)

Rank

Rank Negotiable (must be justified)

Extension Type

Extension Type Not Applicable

Administrative Appointment Type

Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable

Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities

Position Summary

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Department of Plant Science, seeks an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor for a fiscal-year, tenure-track or tenured appointment. The Potato/Onion Agronomist at the Parma R&E Center will devote 60% of their effort to research on potato and onion agronomy, including publishing findings, presenting at conferences, securing extramural funding, and mentoring graduate students. 35% of the role involves Extension and outreach, developing and disseminating educational materials, bulletins, and presentations for stakeholders and the public. The remaining 5% includes service through participation in faculty meetings, committees, and professional activities such as reviewing manuscripts and grant proposals. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.

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

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant science, agronomy, crop science, horticulture, agroecology, or related scientific discipline that demonstrates research competency in crop production and agronomy.
• Experience planning, conducting, and reporting on field-based experiments in agronomic systems.
• Record of published research results in refereed scientific journals and peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience with verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of potato and/or onion production systems.
• Evidence of success at securing competitive grant funding.
• Experience creating and delivering presentations at scientific meetings and/or to stakeholder audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate in multi-disciplinary team-based research and extension programs.
• Evidence of ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams composed of multi-institutional colleagues, stakeholders, and members of commodity groups.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff.
• Evidence of success in mentoring undergraduate students, graduate students and/or post-doctoral researchers.
• Experience writing extension publications and popular press articles for non-scientific audiences.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Be able to work outdoors in cold, temperate, or hot weather; able to work in wet or dry weather conditions.
• Be able to walk distances to inspect and work in fields and lab settings.
• Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50 pounds.

Posting Information

Posting Date

Posting Date 11/24/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of References
• Transcripts
• Letter of Qualification

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