Assistant Professor: Agricultural Markets & Rural Policy

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg invites applications for a tenure-track position in agricultural markets, trade, and rural development policy. This 9-month, academic-year appointment is 50 percent research and 50 percent Extension, with funding for summer activities through external grants or other mechanisms.

The successful candidate will build an externally funded applied research and Extension program, engage with stakeholders across the Commonwealth, collaborate with AAEC and CALS to integrate

Qualifications

• PhD in Agricultural Economics or closely related field by start date.
• Proven ability to publish peer‑reviewed research, Extension activities, and teaching materials.
• Experience applying regional economic and international trade models for economic analysis.
• Ability to communicate and synthesize complex economic analyses to diverse audiences.

Skills

Peer-reviewed research

Communication

Regional economic models

International trade models

Education

Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics

Job description

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg invites applications for a tenure-track position in agricultural markets, trade, and rural development policy. This 9-month, academic-year appointment is 50 percent research and 50 percent Extension, with funding for summer activities through external grants or other mechanisms.

The successful candidate will build an externally funded applied research and Extension program, engage with stakeholders across the Commonwealth, collaborate with AAEC and CALS to integrate