College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Primary Unit:
Department of Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences Employee Category:
Faculty Classification Group Title:
Research Faculty Position Control Number:
1830
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:
Tenure Track Rank:
Assistant Professor Extension Type:
Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type:
Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable):
Position Summary:
The University of Idaho seeks an exceptional candidate for an academic year tenure-track Assistant Professor position focused on fish nutrition and commercial aquaculture production. The successful candidate will have access to the Aquaculture Research Institute ( ARI ) facilities in Moscow and the Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station, as well as equipment at the Bozeman Fish Technology Center through a cooperative agreement with the
USDA / ARS
Trout Feeds Program. These outstanding facilities create unique opportunities to participate in regional, national, and international aquaculture research. This position serves Idaho's aquaculture industry. Idaho is a leader in the national aquaculture industry, producing over 70% of the nation's commercially grown rainbow trout and supporting production of sturgeon, tilapia, catfish, ornamental species, and conservation hatcheries. The faculty member will conduct and publish research in fish nutrition, secure external funding, mentor graduate students, and contribute to professional service and departmental activities in alignment with university and college expectations. Teaching responsibilities include 3-6 credits per year at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, primarily in monogastric nutrition. The position also involves advising students and supervising staff and postdoctoral fellows within the department and ARI .
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Fish Nutrition, Animal Science, Aquaculture, Biology, or related to the domain of the position Experience competing for external funding Experience publishing research in refereed journals Experience delivering course instruction in a formal educational or training setting. Experience interacting with students or stakeholders through problem solving, communication, and professional engagement
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses Experience with verbal and written communication Experience in statistical analysis and interpretation of data Experience advising undergraduate students and mentoring graduate students Experience conducting research with commercial industry stakeholders and research sponsors
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Must be able to obtain a valid driver's license
Posting Date:
06/26/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes Special Instructions to
Applicants:
Applications received by July 24, 2026 will receive first consideration. In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, unofficial transcripts, statement of Research and a statement of Teaching.