Preferred Qualifications
Prior teaching experience

Work Schedule
Varies (40 hours per week)

Posting NumberPG193783EPInternal RecruitmentNoWorking TitleAssistant Professor of Agricultural Economics (Research and Teaching)Anticipated Hiring RangeCommensurate with ExperienceWork ScheduleVaries (40 hours per week)Job LocationRaleigh, NCDepartmentAgriculture & Resource EconomicsAbout the DepartmentThe 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 including North Carolina’s vibrant agricultural sector (9th ranked nationally in cash receipts from farming in 2022 (USDA NASS)).

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 via the Economics Graduate Program, 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 NCSU Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina.Essential Job DutiesThe Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics at North Carolina State University invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position specializing in any field within agricultural economics. This role emphasizes a balanced focus on research (50%) and teaching (50%).

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a successful research agenda that produces publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to the academic community as an effective teacher at the graduate and undergraduate levels
• Engage in student mentorship by supervising PhD candidates and supporting their academic growth.
• Participate in service activities that contribute to the department, college, university, and profession.
• Teach two courses annually, at either the graduate or undergraduate level, depending on departmental needs 
• Working with extension professionals to disseminate your important research findings would be beneficial 
• Synergy with existing faculty in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics is a plus.

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 entire academic community. This is critical to the success of the College and University as a whole.

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