Posting Details
Position Information
| Posting Number | F001385P |
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| Internal Posting? | |
| Recruitment Title | Assistant or Associate Professor – Natural Resources and Environmental Management |
| Advertising Pay Range | $80,000 or higher depending on experience |
| Location | Moscow |
| Primary Division/College | College of Natural Resources |
| Primary Unit | Natural Resources and Society |
| Employee Category | Faculty |
| Classification Group Title | Regular Faculty |
| Position Control Number | 3787 |
| Suffix | 00 |
| Contingency Code | Not Applicable |
| FTE | 1.0 |
| Contract Basis | Academic Year |
| Anticipated Contract Start Date | 08/17/2026 |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Tenure Tracking | Negotiable (must be justified) |
| Rank | Negotiable (must be justified) |
| Extension Type | Not Applicable |
| Administrative Appointment Type | Not applicable |
| Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable) |
Position Responsibilities
| Position Summary | The Department of Natural Resources and Society (NRS) at the University of Idaho (UI) invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured Assistant or Associate Professor of Natural Resource Policy and Environmental Management position (rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws).We seek a social scientist who can apply an empirical research portfolio to pressing natural resources and environmental issues relevant across Idaho or the broader region. We especially welcome candidates with expertise in sustainable rural communities, collaborative resource management, policy analysis, or environmental decision-making in resource-dependent regions.Candidates with demonstrated experience in multidisciplinary and community-based research that span the social, natural, and physical sciences will be reviewed favorably. This position is open to candidates who use a range of methodological approaches to social science, including economics, policy sciences, sociology, human geography, urban/regional planning or decision sciences.The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program that advances theory and best practices surrounding natural resource management, including evaluating the impact of emerging management trends or policies on resource dependent communities across the region. They should be able to articulate how their research and teaching contribute to the university land grant mission, including pressing natural resources and environmental issues relevant to Idaho.The candidate should demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching expectations will include 3 courses per year that contribute to the department’s academic programs in the NRS department and campus-wide Environmental Science program, undergraduate and graduate levels. Mentoring expectations include graduate students in both M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs.This position is based in Moscow, Idaho. |
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| Unit/Department Summary | https://catalog.uidaho.edu/courses/nrs/ |
| Administrative Summary | |
| Contingency Description | |
| Teaching & Advising | 45 |
| Scholarship & Creative Activity | 45 |
| Outreach & Extension | 5 |
| University Service & Leadership | 5 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education/Degree Required | Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire. |
|---|---|
| Required Qualifications | Required Education: Ph.D. in Natural Resources or Environmental Science or closely related fieldRequired Qualifications for Assistant Professor level:Experience implementing and maintaining a program of scholarship in natural resources and environmental policy, planning, and managementExperience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, including online course deliveryAdditional Required Qualifications for Associate Professor level:Experience in teaching and mentoringExperience in research and serviceExperience securing external fundingExperience administering research projects and outputs. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Interest in natural resource issues in Idaho and the western United States.Applied research focus on policy solutions to manage forests, rangelands, and/or wildlife.Expertise in sustainable rural communities, collaborative resource management, or resource management among resource dependent communities.A publication record consistent with career stage.Evidence of successful collaboration with natural and social scientists across disciplines.Demonstrated ability to contribute to a learning community of members from a range of backgrounds and experiences and to foster a sense of belonging for all students. |
| Physical Requirements & Working Conditions |
Posting Information
| Posting Date | 10/23/2025 |
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| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | This position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted their materials by December 14, 2025.Please upload the below documents along with your application:Curriculum vitaeCover letter (2-page maximum)Statement of research experience and interests (3-page maximum)Statement of teaching philosophy and interests (2-page maximum)Names and contact details for three professional references (references will only be contacted if the applicant moves to interview phase)New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho will not be supported until further notice. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate’s eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information. |
| Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources |
| Background Check Statement | 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. | Uncertain |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of References
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *Â How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Academic Careers
- Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
- Chronicle
- HigherEd/Academic Impressions
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- Newspaper
- Other Venue
- Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
- University of Idaho Website
- University of Idaho Daily Register
- University of Idaho Employee
- Word of Mouth
- Militaryjob.com
- DSPSjobs.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.(Open Ended Question)
