About the position
Research Faculty - Fish Nutrition
University of Idaho
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department
Department of Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences
Position Classification
Research Faculty
Rank
Assistant Professor
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Location
Moscow
FTE
1.0
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Type of Appointment
Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
08/17/2026
POSITION OVERVIEW
Faculty 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.
Teaching & Advising Effort
15%
Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort
65%
Outreach & Extension Effort
0%
University Service & Leadership Effort
20%
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Fish Nutrition, Animal Science, Aquaculture, Biology, or
related to the domain of the position
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- 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 EXPERIENCE
- 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 AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to obtain a valid driver's license
POSTING INFORMATION
Open Until Filled
Yes
Contingency on Appointment
No
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.
Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment
No
Degree Requirement Timeline
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/research-faculty-fish-nutrition-moscow-idaho-united-states
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