Posting DetailsPosition Information
Posting Number F001374P
Internal Posting?Recruitment Title Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair in Nematology - Research Faculty - Extension Specialist (Parma)
Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with Experience
Location Parma
Primary Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Nematology
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title Research Faculty
Position Control Number 1017
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE1
Contract Basis Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date 01/05/2026
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 SummaryThe College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is seeking to hire an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor with tenure track or tenured status to serve as the Saad Hafez Presidential Endowed Chair for the Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology.
The purpose of a Presidential Endowed Chair is to provide scholarly and leadership records that enhances their department, their college and the university (65%). This is a distinguished faculty position that represents accomplishment, prestige, leadership and good citizenship on campus and in the profession.
The faculty selected must continue to perform as exemplary academicians and excellent colleagues. The faculty member will also contribute to college and university service and leadership (5%). In addition, the Presidential Endowed Chair will provide important outreach (30%) to regional and national stakeholders, including but not limited to agribusiness, commodity groups, producers and policy makers on issues related to nematology in Idaho. Endowment distributions may be used at the discretion of the dean in accordance with current College of Agricultural and Life Sciences policies and procedures for endowed chair positions. Endowed funds will be used to support the presidential endowed chair position and research may include, but is not limited to supporting faculty, students, staff, travel, equipment, and salary enhancements. The chairship will be reviewed for renewal by the dean every five years.
Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.
Unit/Department Summaryhttps://www.uidaho.edu/agricultural-life-sciences/academics/entomology-plant-pathology-nematologyAdministrative SummaryContingency DescriptionTeaching & Advising 0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity 65%
Outreach & Extension 30%
University Service & Leadership 5%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications - Earned Ph.D. in Nematology or an appropriate agricultural discipline with a research emphasis in Nematology.
- Experience and training in fundamental and applied nematology research.
- Experience publishing research-based information.
- Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and clientele.
- Experience providing clientele with information in oral and written venues.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with specialty or field crops research and extension.
- Experience securing external funds.
- Strong publication record.
- Experience developing and delivering extension programs.
- Experience in training graduate and undergraduate students.
Physical Requirements & Working ConditionsPosting Information
Posting Date 09/05/2025
Closing DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplications received by October 5, 2025, will receive first consideration. Along with your online application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
For questions, please contact:
Alexander Karasev
Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology
208-885-2350
akarasev@uidaho.eduApplicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check StatementApplicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO StatementThe 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. No