Online Agribusiness Management Professor — Teaching & Extension

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

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management in AESE, a tenure-track, 60% teaching and 40% Extension appointment. The role focuses on online and in-person instruction, mentoring, and developing an applied Extension program for Pennsylvania's agricultural sector.

The candidate will teach five 3-credit courses annually, contribute to student success, and pursue external funding for Extension initiatives, aligning with Penn State’s

Qualifications

• PhD in agricultural economics, agribusiness, or a related field.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or the food industry preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Commitment to inclusive learning and engagement with diverse 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 on agribusiness management.
• Seek external funding to support the Extension program.
• Engage with Pennsylvania's agricultural industry to enhance university engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Inclusion and diversity

Education

Doctorate in agricultural economics/agribusiness

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management in AESE, a tenure-track, 60% teaching and 40% Extension appointment. The role focuses on online and in-person instruction, mentoring, and developing an applied Extension program for Pennsylvania's agricultural sector.

The candidate will teach five 3-credit courses annually, contribute to student success, and pursue external funding for Extension initiatives, aligning with Penn State’s