Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics - Research & Teaching

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness Programs

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Job summary

NC State University invites applications for an tenure-track Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics (Research & Teaching), split 50/50 between research and teaching. The position is 9-month, with a 40-hour weekly commitment and core business hours.

You will teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, develop an externally funded research program, and engage with students and colleagues to advance scholarship in agricultural economics and resource economics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of ability to develop and sustain a research program with extramural funding.
• Expertise in consumer/demand side areas of agricultural economics and related fields.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate/graduate levels is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses annually at undergraduate or graduate level, including PhD-level field courses, and supervise PhD students.
• Establish and maintain a research program supported by extramural funding and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Contribute service to the department, college, and university while aligning research with existing strengths.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Econometrics

Policy analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics

Job description

Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics - Research & Teaching

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194986EP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics - Research & Teaching

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Core Business Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; flexibility and variable schedule will be determined based on teaching and research needs. This position requires 40 hours a week minimum commitment.

Job Location

Department

Department Agriculture & Resource Economics

About the Department

The 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. The department is also set to launch the Master in Agribusiness Management ( MABM ) degree program, which blends agricultural sciences with business principles—analytics, sales, marketing, entrepreneurship and policy. 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.

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The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics ( ARE ) in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS ) at North Carolina State University invites qualified applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position in agricultural economics. This position will be split 50% Research and 50% Teaching. This is a 9-month / academic year based appointment.

In this role, you will contribute to the department’s academic mission through a balanced program of teaching, research, and service in agricultural economics. You will engage with students and colleagues across the department and university while advancing scholarship in agricultural economics and supporting the development of future researchers.

Responsibilities:

• Teach two courses annually at the undergraduate or graduate level, based on departmental needs, including PhD-level field courses in agricultural economics, and supervise PhD students.
• Establish and maintain a research program in agricultural economics that is effectively supported by extramural funding and produces publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute service to the profession, department, college, and university while developing a research program that complements existing expertise in Agricultural and Resource Economics and, where appropriate, connects with faculty in other departments.

We invite you to bring your scholarly interests, teaching, and experience to a department committed to advancing agricultural and resource economics. Through your work with students and colleagues, you will help shape the next generation of researchers and contribute to the department’s academic community.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D. degree in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related discipline.

Other Required Qualifications

• Evidence of the ability to develop and sustain a research program aligned with the land-grant mission, with potential to produce peer-reviewed publications in reputable agricultural economics, economics, or related field journals and to pursue extramural funding.
• Expertise in one or more areas in the consumer or demand side of agricultural and applied economics, such as consumer demand analysis, agricultural marketing, commodity markets, futures trading, price analysis, food economics, industrial organization, or behavioral economics, with the ability to develop an innovative research agenda and contribute to teaching in relevant areas.
• Research interests and expertise that complement the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics’ existing strengths and offer opportunities for collaboration across research, teaching, and outreach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate level
• Evidence and experience applying cutting-edge econometric, behavioral or experimental methods to research areas in the consumer and demand side of agricultural economics, including (but not limited to) the following topics: food demand, consumer behavior, human nutrition and health, food safety, food supply chains and risk, retailing strategy, new product development, labeling, demand systems, price transmission, futures and options markets, market structure and power in agriculture, contracting relationships, food waste, and food policy/regulations.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Valid NC driver’s license or the ability to obtain within 60 days of start.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/26/2026

Anticipated Close Date

Anticipated Close Date 03/01/2027

Position Number

Position Number 00000285

Position Type

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00

Appointment

Appointment 9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

Department ID 118001 - Agriculture & Resource Economics

EEO

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