University of Idaho - Moscow, ID
posted 3 months ago
The University of Idaho is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Research Faculty/Extension Specialist in Forest Operations and Products Manufacturing. This is a 12-month, tenure-track role at the rank of Assistant Professor, primarily focused on outreach and Extension activities, scholarship, and university service. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing statewide leadership on the sustainable use of wood products, emphasizing the development and delivery of programming related to logging systems, transportation and logistics, and wood products manufacturing across the forest supply chain in Idaho. The position entails a significant outreach component, accounting for 70% of the role, where the Extension specialist will develop and implement educational programs that are accessible to a diverse audience, including students, county Extension educators, loggers, and community stakeholders. The candidate will also engage in scholarship and creative activities, dedicating 25% of their time to research and publication in peer-reviewed journals, while the remaining 5% will focus on university service and leadership. The Extension specialist is expected to create an externally funded, nationally recognized research and Extension program that supports the forest and wood products industry. This includes estimating values of forest products, evaluating equipment operations and productivity, assessing site impacts and safety characteristics of logging systems, and exploring transportation systems and logistics. Educational programs will be delivered through various formats, including classes, workshops, demonstrations, and digital products, ensuring that the information is accessible and relevant to the target audience. The role also involves promoting University of Idaho Extension programs through various communication channels, including newsletters, social media, and community engagement activities.