Associate Professor in Agricultural Business Management

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Reading is seeking an Associate Professor in Agricultural Business Management to contribute to research and teaching within their Department of Agri-Food Economics & Marketing. The role involves overseeing high-quality academic research, securing funding, and enhancing student learning experiences in agribusiness.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct high-quality academic research.
• Experience securing external research funding.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research and teaching in agribusiness management.
• Engage with ongoing research and attract funding.
• Participate in administration and outreach activities.

Skills

Academic research

Research publications

External funding

Business management principles

Farmer decision making

Teaching skills

Fluent English

Education

PhD or equivalent in relevant field

Job description

Associate Professor in Agricultural Business Management, Reading

Client: University of Reading

Location: Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: aebde33ee281

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Closing date: 16th June 2025

Interview date: 30th June 2025

Right to work: Sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route, subject to meeting points requirements. Further information is available on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University of Reading’s School of Agriculture, Policy & Development seeks to appoint an Associate Professor in Agricultural Business Management within the Department of Agri-Food Economics & Marketing. The candidate will contribute to research and teaching in agribusiness management and related fields, with responsibilities in administration and outreach. We are especially interested in applicants with expertise in financial business management, agribusiness enterprise, innovation adoption, or practical farm business decision making.

The university has launched AgriFood Futures, a strategic research initiative through 2050, backed by significant investment. Engagement with ongoing research and the ability to attract funding are important.

Qualifications and skills include:

• Ability to conduct high-quality academic research
• Significant research publications and impact
• Experience securing external research funding
• Understanding of business management principles, planning, and control methods
• Knowledge of farmer decision making and business planning amid emerging challenges and opportunities
• Excellent teaching and communication skills
• Experience in higher education teaching
• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field
• Fluent English and high literacy level

Contact: Head of Department, AFEM

Alternative Contact: Head of School, APD

The university values diversity and inclusivity, supports gender equality (Athena SWAN), race equality, and LGBT+ rights. It is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Applications for part-time, job-share, or flexible arrangements are welcomed and will be considered based on operational needs.