Assistant Professor - Agricultural Economics
- Employer
- Mississippi State University
- Location
- Mississippi, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Dec 13, 2022
Job Details
Position Function:
Candidates are sought to develop a nationally- and internationally-recognized research (60%) and teaching (40%) program in environmental and/or resource economics. The Department is particularly interested in candidates whose work employs advanced quantitative methods in furthering the understanding of the complex relationships among the environment, natural resources, agriculture and food systems. The position will fill critical needs in undergraduate teaching and advising in the Environmental Economics & Sustainability major.
Salary Grade : UC
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Area of Specialization:
Agricultural Economics
Anticipated Appointment Date:
August 2023.
Tenure Track Status:
Yes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to: (1) develop a nationally-prominent research program with extramural funding and publications in leading peer-reviewed journals, (2) provide high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate teaching (generally two to three courses per year) in environmental/resource economics and contribute to the development and growth of the undergraduate Environmental Economics & Sustainability (EES) major, (3) advise undergraduate students, particularly EES majors, and direct graduate student theses, (4) develop working relationships with scientists in other disciplines, and (5) communicate research results to relevant policy makers and stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in agricultural/applied economics, economics or related field. Outstanding oral and written communication skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential to develop strong research and teaching programs. A willingness and ability to make significant contributions to interdisciplinary research is also desirable.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
Yes.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu Search postings for PARF 505288. The application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts (social security numbers included on transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting), names and contact information for at least three professional references, and a statement (limited to two pages) describing the candidate’s research and teaching interests. For more information about this position and the Department, contact Sean Fox ( sean.fox@msstate.edu ) or visit the department website. Review of applications will begin January 16, 2023. Applications will be accepted until a candidate is chosen.
Any social security numbers included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with initial screening and interview arrangements to begin January 16, 2023.
Screening Date:
January 16, 2023 until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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