Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics - Research & Teaching

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina State University’s Department of Agriculture & Resource Economics invites qualified applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in agricultural economics. The role is split 50% Research and 50% Teaching, for a 9-month academic year appointment, in Raleigh, NC.

You will engage with students and colleagues across campus to advance scholarship and support the department’s mission in agricultural economics and resource economics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related discipline.
• Ability to develop and sustain a research program aligned with the land-grant mission with potential for extramural funding.
• Expertise in consumer or demand-side areas of agricultural economics and ability to develop an innovative research agenda.
• Research interests and expertise complement the department's strengths and allow collaboration across research, teaching, and outreach.
• Prior teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate levels is preferred.
• Experience applying econometric, behavioral, or experimental methods to research areas in agricultural economics.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses annually at the undergraduate or graduate level, including PhD-level field courses, and supervise PhD students.
• Establish and maintain a research program funded extramurally and producing publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute service to the profession, department, college, and university while shaping a complementary research program.

Education

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

Job description

Working Title

Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics - Research & Teaching

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

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

Raleigh, NC

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.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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Essential Job Duties

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

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

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date: 10/26/2026

Anticipated Close Date: 03/01/2027; if posting is still active, we are accepting and reviewing applications.

Position Details

• Position Number: 00000285
• Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
• Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00
• Appointment: 9 Month Recurring
• Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
• Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
• Department ID: 118001 - Agriculture & Resource Economics

Equal Employment Opportunity

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