Assistant Professor, Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcorn State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. The position focuses on teaching, research, and service within the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.

The candidate will teach undergraduate and possibly graduate courses, develop curricula, mentor students, participate in departmental activities, and contribute to scholarly publishing and grantsmanship. A PhD and substantial teaching experience are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• PhD in Agricultural Economics, Applied Economics, or Economics with background in Agriculture or Agribusiness.
• Five years of teaching experience at college or university level.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a requisite number of classes; Teaches assignedsubjects
• Provides guidance and supervision to students
• Creates and maintains an environment conducive to excellence inteaching, learning and research
• Preparation and formulation of curricula focused on his/hersubject(s)
• Participates in departmental meetings and holds scheduledoffice hours
• Maintains equipment in the laboratory, makes arrangements forlaboratory practical sessions, and provides materials tostudents
• Provides academic support to other faculty members
• Serves on departmental and University committees, asassigned
• Demonstrates grantsmanship and ability to publish in peerreview journals
• Other related duties, as assigned

Skills

Agricultural economics

Agribusiness

Integrity

Communication skills

Time management

Teaching passion

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

PhD in Agricultural Economics, Applied Economics, or Economics with background in Agriculture or Agribusiness

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts a requisite number of classes; Teaches assignedsubjects
• Provides guidance and supervision to students
• Creates and maintains an environment conducive to excellence inteaching, learning and research
• Preparation and formulation of curricula focused on his/hersubject(s)
• Participates in departmental meetings and holds scheduledoffice hours
• Maintains equipment in the laboratory, makes arrangements forlaboratory practical sessions, and provides materials tostudents
• Provides academic support to other faculty members
• Serves on departmental and University committees, asassigned
• Demonstrates grantsmanship and ability to publish in peerreview journals
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics, AppliedEconomics, or Economics with background in Agriculture orAgribusiness
• Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college oruniversity level

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of agricultural economics andagribusiness
• Demonstrated integrity
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written andinterpersonal
• Strong time management skills
• Passion for teaching and engaging with students
• Skilled in mentoring students
• Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegialenvironment conducive to teamwork and students’ high level oflearning