APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Division/College
College of Engineering
Department
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Position Classification
Regular Faculty
Rank
Negotiable
Tenure Status
Negotiable
Location
Moscow
FTE
1.0
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Type of Appointment
Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
08/16/2027
POSITION OVERVIEW
Primary Faculty Position Summary
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Idaho seeks candidates for a full-time tenure track assistant professor or tenure track or tenured associate professor in the broad area of water-environment engineering. Exceptional candidates may be eligible for a tenured appointment. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in the college and department bylaws.
We seek candidates with teaching and research interests in emerging areas of environmental engineering and topics of significant societal importance. Candidates with expertise in areas such as waste treatment, contaminant fate and transport, environmental microbiology and biotechnology, wastewater-based epidemiology, resource recovery, bio-based energy systems, water supply and quality, environmental aspects of mining, floods and droughts, groundwater systems, or other areas of environmental engineering relevant to society are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty with expertise in water quality and treatment, wastewater treatment and resource recovery, and ecohydraulics. Water-related research is strong across the University of Idaho, including through its interdisciplinary Water Resources Graduate Program, which brings together faculty from multiple departments. These strengths provide ample opportunities for interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
The candidate will advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students and is expected to develop a strong externally funded research program that supports graduate students and produces high-quality scholarly publications.
The successful candidate will teach traditional civil engineering water-environment courses and develop courses in their area of expertise.
We are committed to providing a high-quality education through teaching excellence and to fostering a productive, collaborative, and collegial environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
Teaching & Advising Effort
40%
Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort
55%
Outreach & Extension Effort
0%
University Service & Leadership Effort
5%
REQUIRED EDUCATION
B.S. in Civil Engineering and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely related field
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Expertise in water and/or environmental engineering
- Record of research productivity
- Experience with effective written and oral communication.
- Ability to obtain licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Idaho within 5 years of hire.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience conducting externally funded research
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in area of expertise
- Professional experience in private practice or public agency
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary environments
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
N/A
POSTING INFORMATION
Open Until Filled
Yes
Contingency
N/A
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled with first consideration being given to completed applications submitted by December 1, 2026.
A complete application consists of a CV, letter of application, a teaching statement, a research statement, and a list of at least 3 references.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate’s eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
Visa Sponsorship
Uncertain
Degree Requirement Timeline
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check
EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
