Assistant Professor - Production Econometrics

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Production Econometrics in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology. This 9-month, tenure-track (academic-year) appointment allocates 40% teaching and 60% research, with a start date around August 2027.

Review begins October 15, 2026. The candidate will build a funded research program and teach courses in econometrics and production economics, while collaborating across the college and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field at time employment begins.
• Excellence or potential in research and high-quality teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop an active, funded research program focusing on agricultural production problems using economic theory or econometrics.
• Teach three courses per year, including a master's level applied econometrics class and potentially an undergraduate or graduate class in production economics or quantitative methods.
• Collaborate with faculty across the College of Agriculture and contribute to graduate education, partnerships, and community engagement.

Education

Ph.D. in applied economics, agribusiness, agricultural economics, economics, business economics, or a closely related field

Job description

Overview

Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology Assistant Professor of Production Econometrics

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology (DAERS) in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Production Econometrics to join an environment of high-quality scholars dedicated to the discovery, education, and application of research-based knowledge. This position is a 9-month tenure-track, academic-year appointment with an allocation of 40% teaching and 60% research, as well as service to the Department, College, and University. The expected start date is August 16, 2027.

Only complete applications will be considered. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026, and may continue until the position is filled. Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Adam Rabinowitz, Search Committee Chair, Email: [e-mail].

Responsibilities

Research: The successful candidate will develop an active, innovative, and externally funded research program that focuses on agricultural production problems using economic theory, econometrics, artificial intelligence, or other advanced analytic techniques. A substantive portion of this research will focus on applying valid underlying economic models to provide actionable advice for farmers. Offering information on innovative solutions to agricultural data management will be important. Collaboration with faculty and professionals across the College of Agriculture is expected. This position will contribute to the strategic vision of the University and College through excellence in graduate education, innovative partnerships, community engagement, entrepreneurship, and world-class research efforts.

Teaching: The teaching load for this position is three courses per year. Courses include a master’s level applied econometrics class and, depending on candidate interests/preparation, a undergraduate or graduate level class in advanced database management, production economics, or quantitative methods. Courses are subject to change based on Department needs.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in applied economics, agribusiness, agricultural economics, economics, business economics, or a closely related field at the time employment begins. Successful candidates are expected to have demonstrated excellence, or the potential for excellence, in research and have a dedicated interest in high quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Candidates must also meet United States work eligibility requirements at the time the appointment begins and maintain eligibility throughout the term of employment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

See above sections

Contract Type

Continuing

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