Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics

Usmd; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a dedicated Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics to join its vibrant academic community. This tenure-track position offers a unique opportunity to teach and mentor students in Agribusiness Management while conducting impactful research. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, contributing to the department's mission of advancing knowledge in agricultural economics. Join a forward-thinking university that values diversity and offers generous benefits, including health coverage and retirement plans, making it a great place to grow your career.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Tuition Remission

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Collegial Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics or related disciplines required.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Agribusiness Management.
• Conduct research and engage in community service.
• Develop new courses and nationally recognized research programs.

Skills

Quantitative Methods

International Trade

Development Economics

Teaching

Research

Education

Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics

Job description

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Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics

Apply locations University of Maryland Eastern Shore time type Full time posted on Posted 12 Days Ago job requisition id JR101420

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s (UMES) Department of Agriculture, Food and Resource Sciences seeks applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics. This position is a nine-month, tenure-track appointment. The anticipated starting date for this position is fall 2025.

UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, sick leave 15 days per year, and collegial leave.

The department offers B.S. degrees in General Agriculture with several concentrations, an Agribusiness Management, an M.S., and a Ph.D. in Food and Agricultural Sciences. The department is actively engaged in teaching, research, and extension and has many faculty and staff with split appointments with UMES Extension and UMES Agriculture Experiment Station. This position will have teaching, research, and service responsibilities.

University Information: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is the 1890-Land-Grant University in Maryland, located in a rural setting on the Delmarva Peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay. The major metropolitan areas of Washington D.C., Baltimore, MD, and Philadelphia, PA, are within easy travel distance.

Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will teach, conduct research, and engage in department, university, and community service. The mix of responsibilities will be largely related to the department’s Agribusiness Management program needs, and they include:
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Agribusiness Management,
Economics, and Agricultural Economics.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Advise and direct graduate students in the Agricultural Economics
program.
• Develop new undergraduate and graduate courses in Agribusiness
Management, Agricultural Economics, and Economics.
• Help in the recruitment of students.
• Develop nationally and internationally recognized research programs.
• Develop interdisciplinary relationships with faculty in other Departments.
• Actively seek research and teaching grants and contracts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
• Ph. D. in Agricultural Economics or related disciplines strongly emphasizing
quantitative methods, international trade, and development.
• Demonstrated excellence in and commitment to teaching, advising, and
mentoring students with diverse backgrounds.
• Evidence of scholarly publications.
• Evidence of grantsmanship.
• Demonstrated ability to develop nationally and internationally recognized
programs to serve the agricultural sector of the state, region, nation, and
the world, as well as participate in interdisciplinary research.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Ability to interact productively with others in a diverse setting, including
excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Qualified candidates must submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, statement of research experience and interests, unofficial transcripts, and the names of three current professional references, including e-mail address and telephone number. All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to accept employment in the United States without Employer Immigration sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

UMES-AGNS-Agriculture & Natural Sciences

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$80,000 - $90,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.

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