Research Associate I

Job Details Research Associate I Apply for this job

Position Number:

7085604

Location:

Moscow, ID

Position Type:

Laboratory and Research Research Associate I Posting Number:

SP005234P

Division/College:

University Research

Department:

Institute for Modeling Collaboration & Innovation (IMCI)

Location:

Moscow Posting Context Statement:

The Research Associate I position with the Institute for Modeling, Collaboration and Innovation performs research activities; implements research procedures and collects data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude.

Position Overview:

Performs research activities and analysis; implements and evaluates research procedures and data. Records observations and measurements then reports results. Responsible for analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude. May supervise junior research personnel.

Duties may include:

Provide technical support in planning and/or designing of scientific projects, studies, or applications Plan and conduct research and analysis of scientific data Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits Identify and evaluate scientific samples and determining need for further testing Develop recommendations and/or providing solutions, standards, and protocol to a wide range of difficult problems Plan, design, develop, monitoring and/or evaluating portions of a scientific project, study, or application Provide scientific evaluations/assessments Research, implement, standardize, and evaluate new procedures Maintain detailed records of results and prepares written reports acceptable to the Principal Investigator and funding agencies Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Two years of post-bachelors research experience related to the domain of this position

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in Biology or related discipline

Required Other:

None Additional Preferred:

Experience with installation, development, and maintenance of outdoor scientific equipment Experience processing plant and soil samples in laboratory environment using balances, drying ovens, grinders, or similar equipment Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Demonstrated research data management skills Experience processing and summarizing data with

R Studio Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 80 pounds occasionally

Degree Requirement:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Employee Category:

Exempt

Pay Range:

$49,816 or higher depending on experience.

Type of Appointment:

Fiscal Year

FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Funding:

This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding. A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

Posting Date:

04/16/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes Special Instructions to

Applicants:

This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before April 30, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

Applicants:

Please use your letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position. For resources about how to write a letter of qualification, please visit the HR website here: Applicant Resources - Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu) To see the full job description, please visit the ORED Jobs page here. If you have any questions regarding this posting, please reach out to the search coordinator at kskovgard@uidaho.edu.

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. To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51320 The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.