Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management

Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount 75%

Competitive retirement plans

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management in the AESE department, University Park. This tenure-track position is 60% teaching and 40% Extension, with five 3-credit online courses annually and some in-person delivery on campus.

The candidate will advise undergraduates and build an Extension program with external funding while engaging in inclusive teaching across disciplines. A Doctorate is required by appointment date.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in agricultural economics, agribusiness, or a related economics or business field.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or the food industry is preferred.
• Ability to engage professionally with an inclusive population of faculty, staff, students, and Extension audiences.

Responsibilities

• Teach five 3-credit courses per year in the Agribusiness Management undergraduate program, mostly online.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including professional development for employment in industry.
• Develop a nationally and internationally recognized Extension program and secure external funding for it.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Inclusive teaching

Education

PhD in Agricultural Economics or Agribusiness

Job description

Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management

Position Specifics

The Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education (AESE) in the College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park campus) invites candidates to apply for an Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management position. This is a full-time, 36-week, tenure-track appointment with a 60% teaching and 40% Extension appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to teach five 3-credit courses per year in the Agribusiness Management (AGBM) undergraduate program. Most of these courses will be taught online via Penn State's World Campus program, though some may be taught in person at Penn State's University Park campus. Potential course topics include agricultural market and price analysis, agribusiness finance, managing the food system, food product marketing, and economic principles applied to agriculture and the food system. The successful candidate will be expected to advise and mentor undergraduate students, including professional development for future employment in industry. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop a nationally and internationally recognized Extension program on agribusiness management that enhances the university's engagement with the agricultural industry in Pennsylvania. Pertinent Extension topics may include price and income risk management, agricultural products and markets, smart ag technologies, and related areas. The successful candidate will be expected to secure external funding to support their Extension program.

Qualifications

Doctorate in agricultural economics, agribusiness, or a related economics or business field. The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements by the appointment date. Experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or the food industry is preferred. Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams. The ability to engage professionally with an inclusive population of faculty, staff, students, and Extension audiences is required, and the successful candidate will actively strive to provide an inclusive learning environment for all.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
• (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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