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Position Number: 5978442
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Engineering - Chemical

Regular Faculty

Posting Number: F001326P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Location: Moscow
Primary Division/College: College of Engineering
Primary Unit: Chemical & Biological Engineering
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title: Regular Faculty
Position Control Number: 1133
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE:

Contract Basis: Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2025
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 Summary:

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Idaho invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track or tenured position at Assistant or Associate Professor level. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in the college and department bylaws.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative researcher whose work focuses on one of the following key topics with applications in broader agricultural areas.

Bioremediation
Synthetic Biology
Microbiome Engineering
Biosensors

The successful candidate will contribute to advancing knowledge in biological engineering through research, teaching, and service. We are particularly interested in individuals who will develop externally funded research programs that address critical challenges in areas such as health, sustainable energy, and environmental engineering. The candidate will also have the opportunity to interface with the Deep Soil Ecotron - a $20M facility aimed at better understanding the role deep soil plays across multiple systems. This one-of-a-kind facility houses state-of-the-art monitoring technology, serving as an ideal testbed for novel soil biophysical and biological sensor development. This is an excellent opportunity for a scholar who is passionate about interdisciplinary research, fostering collaboration, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Unit/Department Summary:

https://www.uidaho.edu/engr/departments/chbe

Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 40%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 55%
Outreach & Extension: 0%
University Service & Leadership: 5%

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

Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, Biological Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
Experience researching and disseminating by peer-reviewed publications and potential for securing external funding.
Experience with teaching and student mentoring.
Experience working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
Applicants for associate professor level must hold current associate professor title or have equivalent experience.
Currently hold or have the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license in the state of Idaho within five years of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
1. Bioremediation: Specialization in the design of systems to remove or neutralize environmental contaminants using biological processes.
2. Synthetic Biology: Focus on developing synthetic biological systems for renewable energy, carbon capture, and bio-chemical production.
3. Microbiome Engineering: Research involving the manipulation of microbiomes to improve health, agriculture, or environmental outcomes.
4. Biosensors: Expertise in the development of biosensors for applications related to animal and plant health, biosecurity, environmental monitoring, or industrial processes.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring.
Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Posting Date: 02/04/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to complete application materials submitted by March 4, 2025.

Complete applications consist of the following: CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, Evidence of Research and Vision Statement, and List of 5 References.

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/47125

The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.