Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Idaho

Postdoctoral Fellow

Location: Boise

Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Employee Category: Exempt

Pay Range: $63,128

FTE: 1.0

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
Perform research activities and analysis; implement, evaluate, and recommend adjustments to research procedures. Responsible for synthesizing and independently preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision with a significant degree of creativity and self-direction. Collaborate with project team members and PIs and coordinate and attend project meetings. May coordinate research operations and the daily activities of junior research personnel. The research topic is women in agriculture and entrepreneurship.Duties may include:

• Participating in, planning and designing scientific studies or applications
• Planning and conducting research and analysis of scientific data
• Preparing graphic and narrative reports
• Interpreting test results and comparing them with determined standards and limits
• Performing site inspections and field oversight if field work is required
• Planning, designing, developing, monitoring, and evaluating a distinct portion of a scientific project, study, or application
• Researching, designing, implementing, standardizing, and evaluating new procedures
• Maintaining detailed records of results and preparing written reports acceptable to the Principal Investigator and funding agencies
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Applied Economics or Economics

• Two years of research experience beyond receipt of a Master's Degree related to the focus of this position
• Experience in qualitative methods, econometrics, and applied microeconomic theory.
• Experience in writing and communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with econometric software, being STATA strongly preferred.
• Demonstrating organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrating ability to conduct research and publish it in appropriate refereed academic journals of the highest possible quality
• Experience developing and delivering scientific presentations
• A record of research productivity and excellence.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary research projects and team settings.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, both verbally and in writing.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:



Required Licensures, Certifications or other


Posting Number: SP004588P

Posting Date: 09/16/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Applications received by September 30, 2024, will receive first consideration.

Please submit unofficial transcripts for the application. Official transcripts will be needed at the time of offer. You will also need 3 letters of recommendation with your application.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.



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