Posting Number:

PG193747EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics (Research and Extension)

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with Experience

Work Schedule:

Varies (40 hours per week)

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

Ag & Resource Economics

About the Department:

The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ARE) embodies excellence in research, teaching, and extension in the economics of agriculture and the economics of natural resources and the environment. Dedicated, student-focused faculty teach diverse courses and nurture industry connections to help students pursue rewarding careers. Researchers engage students in relevant, applied research. Extension specialists and associates conduct research-based education and training activities that benefit local and global communities.

ARE offers undergraduate major and minor programs in agricultural business management and a concentration in biological sciences business management within the agricultural business management program. At the graduate level, the department offers a Master of Science degree and a Master of Economics degree, and a Ph.D. degree in economics. These instructional programs are enriched by faculty members with extension and research activities which contribute to the relevance and thoroughness of the teaching program.

ARE is part of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, which conducts outstanding research, teaching, and extension programs and plays a vital role in North Carolina agriculture, food and fiber systems, environmental quality enhancement, and economic development. ARE is housed in Nelson Hall along with the Poole College of Management (PCOM) on the North Carolina State University (NCSU) Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Essential Job Duties:

The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ARE) at North Carolina State University (NCSU) invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics. This position is a tenure track position with responsibilities in research (55%) and extension (45%).

Responsibilities include

• Establishing and maintaining a successful research program in agricultural economics that produces publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals;
• Developing an outstanding extension program that discovers and disseminates data-driven information to relevant stakeholders on the economics of agriculture addressing problems and topics relevant to the North Carolina and US agricultural economies;
• Supervising graduate students;
• Providing service to the profession, department, college and university.

NC State University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their experience, research, teaching, and/or service, to the excellence of the academic community. This is critical to the success of the College and University as a whole.

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The department will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• PhD degree in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related field.
• The ideal candidate should be able to develop an innovative research and extension program in the economics of agriculture and contribute to the North Carolina Food Animal Initiative.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Evidence of excellent quantitative and computing skills.
• Willingness to pursue collaborative disciplinary and interdisciplinary research.
• Excellent verbal and written communication ability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated potential to actively pursue scholarship consistent with the land-grant mission, leading to refereed publications in reputable agricultural economics, general economics and other top field journals, and effective extramural funding.
• Demonstrated potential to develop an extension program in agricultural economics that is impactful and addresses issues important to stakeholders in the State of North Carolina and beyond.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

• Valid NC driver’s license or the ability to obtain within 60 days of start.

Valid NC Driver's License required:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

10/23/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicant required documents: Cover Letter, CV, Contact Information for Professional References

Applications will begin review on December 6, 2024. For further information, contact Professor Roderick “Rod” M. Rejesus, Chair of the Search Committee at rmrejesu@ncsu.edu.

Position Number:

00000302

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.00

Appointment:

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID:

118001 - Ag & Resource Economics

AA/EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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