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Assistant /Associate Professor/ Economics of Agribusiness Management
The Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics (ACE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks to fill a tenure-track, teaching and research position for an assistant or associate professor in the Economics of Agribusiness Management.
The successful candidate will develop a nationally or internationally recognized research program in support of the University’s land grant mission. This program should focus on addressing economic issues in the food and agriculture industry, which may include issues related to food and agricultural markets, business strategy, and supply chains in a domestic or global context. The successful candidate will teach students in the Department’s undergraduate concentrations in agribusiness management and advise graduate students in its M.S. and Ph.D. programs in agricultural economics.
Responsibilities: The person filling this position will be expected to: (1) develop a nationally or internationally recognized research program by publishing in leading peer-reviewed scholarly journals, communicating results to stakeholders, and seeking external funding; (2) contribute to the Department’s academic programs through teaching - typically two courses per year - and graduate student supervision and mentoring; and (3) provide academic leadership and service, broadly defined and commensurate with rank.
Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Economics, or a closely related field by the position start date. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of a research interest in an area of agribusiness management that supports the University’s land grant mission.
Candidates should demonstrate the potential for teaching excellence in courses related to agricultural economics and agribusiness management; the potential to obtain funding that supports research published in leading peer-reviewed scholarly journals; expertise in the use of quantitative research methods for economics and business and interest in using quantitative analysis to address issues in the food and agribusiness value chain; and willingness to engage with the food and agribusiness industry. Candidates hired at the level of associate professor will have demonstrated evidence of the above qualifications.
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Salary and Appointment: Competitive, based on qualifications and rank. Starting salary is in the range of $115,000-$135,000 at the assistant professor level and $135,000-155,000 at the associate professor level. The initial appointment is expected to be 40% teaching, 50% research, and 10% academic leadership/service. This position is a full-time, nine-month tenure track faculty appointment, with the possibility of summer appointment.
Start Date: August 16, 2025.
Application: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on December 4, 2024, but applications will be accepted until a candidate for hire is identified. Interviews may begin before the closing date; however, no offers will be extended until after that date. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting on https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a brief cover letter, a CV, a sample of written work, a research statement, a teaching statement, and names and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission. All requested information must be submitted via the online system for your application to be considered.
Department Information: For additional information about the Department, see https://ace.illinois.edu/ or contact Yvonne Cubberley, Office Support Specialist, at 217- 300-7580, or yvonne@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Questions about the position: Contact Joe Janzen, the search committee chair, at jjanzen@illinois.edu with “ACE Agribusiness” in the subject line.
Questions about the application process, please call: 217-333-2137.
Lecturer
DESCRIPTION & DETAILS
Full-time (9-month) academic appointment lecturer. The contract may be renewed subject to performance and availability of funds. Teaching responsibilities will include up to four course offerings per semester in the economics and agricultural economics programs in the fall and spring semesters, depending on the department’s needs.
ADVERTISED SALARY
Commensurate with experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- M.S. degree or ABD in Economics or Agricultural Economics.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills,
- Teaching experience, including serving as a teaching assistant.
PREFERRED
- Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Related Fields,
- Demonstrated effectiveness in post-secondary classroom teaching,
- Experience teaching online,
- Knowledge of U.S. agriculture and agribusiness.
APPLICANT MATERIALS REQUESTED
Applications are accepted online only. A full position description and application procedures can be viewed: Jobs at NDSU. Application materials must include a letter of application, including a statement of principal qualifications and interests, curriculum vitae, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, transcripts of all university work, and names and contact information for three professional references familiar with the candidate’s qualifications. Questions may be directed to Dr. David Roberts, david.c.roberts@ndsu.edu.
Screening will begin 8/15/24
BENEFITS
NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include: wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.
ABOUT US
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
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AgCountry Endowed Chair of Agribusiness
Department of Agribusiness and Applied Economics, North Dakota State University, USA
DESCRIPTION
The position is the AgCountry Endowed Chair in Agribusiness and is fully endowed, including a stipend and funding for graduate students and/or teaching assistants. The position is housed in the Center for Trading and Risk in the Department of Agribusiness and Applied Economics at North Dakota State University. The successful candidate would be tenured and hired at either the Associate or Full Professor rank, depending upon qualifications. The position is for a 9-month academic year and the split is: 70% Research, 30% Teaching.
RESPONSIBLITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to develop leadership in the department's research and teaching programs in agribusiness with an emphasis on finance and risk analysis. Areas of emphasis could include project financial analysis (mostly in value-added agriculture), finance and risk analysis in ag technology, financial management of agribusiness firms, crop insurance, credit scoring, etc. In addition, case studies related to these topics could be developed and used in the teaching program. Teaching responsibility would depend on the needs of the department. The candidate would be expected to develop two courses, one at the undergraduate and one at the MS level, in the general areas of agribusiness with an emphasis on ag finance. These would be new courses complementary to existing courses offered in the department.
Faculty evaluations are based on successful publications in leading disciplinary journals, active participation in professional activities, effective teaching and advising at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, satisfactory service and outreach activities to the profession, state, university, and department as well as successful pursuit of extramural funding sufficient to support an active research program.
AgCountry Farm Credit Services (AgCountry), a farm credit association of the federally chartered Farm Credit System and a lender to midwestern agriculture with a large agribusiness portfolio, funds the endowment. Priorities of the Chair would be presented annually to the AgCountry’s Executive Leadership Team and Board.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum requirements include:
- earned Ph.D. in agricultural economics, or related disciplines;
- experience in teaching and research in Agribusiness
- expertise in agribusiness finance and quantitative methods;
- effective oral and written communication skills;
- demonstrated ability to conduct research and disseminate results in leading academic journals.
Preferred qualifications include:
- evidence of teaching effectiveness;
- ability to supervise MS and Ph.D. students;
- ability to obtain extramural funding to support research activities
- ability to communicate research results to clientele groups;
- demonstrated consistent and excellent contributions to research and publication, and scholarship; and
- a record of externally funded research in agricultural economics, agribusiness, finance and/or risk analysis.
SALARY A competitive salary and benefits package
START DATE To be filled by July 1, 2025, when the successful candidate would be in residence.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening of applicants will begin in Fall 2024 and continue until a suitable candidate is hired.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applications are accepted online only. A full position description and application procedures can be viewed at:
Application materials must include a letter of application, including a statement of principal qualifications and interests, curriculum vitae, transcripts of all university work, samples of research publications, and names and contact information for three professional colleagues familiar with the candidate’s qualifications. Questions may be directed to William Wilson, Chair of the search committee: William.wilson@ndsu.edu.
Economist
DecisionNext (DN) is a rapidly growing software company that uses analytics to help food, natural resources, and chemical companies make better sales, purchasing, and operations decisions. DN is a fully-remote company with staff located across the continental USA.
Position Overview:
We are looking for an individual to serve as an Economist within the Science division at DN. Economists in this position comprehensively understand commodity markets and statistical techniques while possessing an ability to communicate those perspectives to customers of all backgrounds.
What you’ll do:
- Develop commodity market expertise through statistical or econometric modeling techniques.
- Translate model results into implementable customer solutions.
- Craft original written content targeted at internal teams and external customers
- Support customers’ understanding of DecisionNext software and lead the development of new products to serve customer needs best.
- Monitor data quality and forecast performance and implement corrective actions as needed to minimize forecast error and bias
- Continuously improve methodologies and processes to enhance forecast accuracy
- Collaborate with other teams
- You have demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively across different functions. A true team player.
- You have a diverse skill set covering data analysis, econometrics, and time series.
- You are strongly curious about understanding customer problems and driving innovative nuanced solutions.
- You excel at communicating complex ideas to business partners for data-driven decision making.
Things we are looking for:
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in a quantitative field (Economics, Agricultural Economics,
- Statistics, or similar).
- Experience explaining commodity market concepts to non-scientists.
- Demonstrable experience in statistical research.
- Familiar with time series modeling and forecasting methodology.
- Background in Food & Agriculture or Mining & Natural Resources
- Practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Python.
Location: Remote within the US preferred
Hiring Manager Contact Information: David Boussios, david.boussios@decisionnext.com
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Farm Management / Agribusiness
Position Overview
The School of Agriculture and Environment (SAE) Massey University, is committed to advancing education and research in agricultural, horticultural, and environmental science that positively enhances sustainability and resilience. We are seeking applicants to join us as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Farm Management/Agribusiness, New Zealand.
Āu Mahi | What you will do
In this role, you will elevate the educational and qualification achievements of Massey University students in Farm Management / Agribusiness, while also supporting our broader undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Your contributions will include conducting innovative and pertinent research, publishing your findings, engaging in extension activities, supervising postgraduate research, and providing administrative and professional services to the university as well as the wider academic, professional, and general communities.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
- A PhD in Farm Management/Agribusiness or a related relevant field and research expertise is essential,
- A depth of experience and knowledge of Farm Management / Agribusiness in a New Zealand and global context, and extensive experience and knowledge in New Zealand primary production systems.
- You will possess demonstrated teaching and research experience in a university or other tertiary teaching environment and a practical understanding of working within a research/ extension/ teaching environment, as well as experience in writing and securing research grants and contracts, and the use of electronic and on-line technologies in blended and distance teaching delivery is essential.
Mahi Ngātahi | Who you will work with
You will work with nationally and internationally recognised researchers in Farm Management/ Agribusiness and colleagues in the School of Agriculture and Environment who are committed to the highest quality of teaching and research that contributes to advancing agriculture and horticulture in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.
Ngā painga | The benefits
- Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme
- Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave
- Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family
- Discounted membership to our fully equipped recreation centre and gym facilities
- Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZ.
- Access to a wonderful on-campus crèche /daycare facilities for dependents of staff on our Manawatū and Auckland campuses
- Comprehensive professional development and training programmes
The Salary Range for this role is at a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer grade (for 2024), ranging from $81,172 - $ 143,948 (NZD). Salary will be negotiable by background/experience.
Further enquiries should be directed to: Dr Janet Reid, School of Agriculture and Environment, Massey University. Email j.i.reid@massey.ac.nz or Phone +646 9517812. Applications MUST be made online via our Massey Careers page.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and appointments may be made prior to the closing date.
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Food Innovation and Small Business Coordinator - Academic Coordinator II Local Farm And Food Innovation (LFFI) 23-23)r- University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for a Food Innovation and Small Business Coordinator, Academic Coordinator II. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers, educators and support staff dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and community health issues. Research, outreach and education from locally based Cooperative Extension offices serves all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California directly to Californians through research, extension and education programs that support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
Purpose:
The Food Innovation and Small Business Coordinator will coordinate the efforts of the Local Farm and Food Innovation (LFFI) Farm to Market team to support and expand small-scale food businesses in Fresno and nearby counties. The Coordinator will work with project staff and community partners to provide technical assistance with product development, food safety, permitting, business planning, and marketing for value-added products, Cottage Foods enterprises, and small-scale processing. This position is an integral part of the LFFI Initiative, part of the Fresno-Merced Future of Food Innovation (F3) Project, offering a unique opportunity to drive positive change in the Central Valley region's food systems.
The Food Innovation and Small Business Coordinator will leverage their expertise in food science, food technology, community and economic development, business and/or food systems by supporting technological innovation and small business support for small scale farms, food businesses, and food processing enterprises. This includes supervising Community Education Specialists providing business support, guidance, and resources to small-scale farms and food businesses and translators providing bilingual support in Hmong and Spanish. The Coordinator will coordinate applied research conducted by UC ANR researchers with expertise in food science, food safety, customers trends and more, and to support development of value-added products and small-scale processing technology. The role extends to staying at the forefront of food and food technology trends and will provide valuable insights into equipment selection and processing methods for technology-based startups and food/food processing enterprises. Through understanding of regional resources, the LFFI Farm to Market team led by the Food Innovation and Small Business
Coordinator will be able to support startups through all stages of their growth journey, from early stage planning through financing to navigating complex industry trends and supporting startups through all stages of their growth journey, from securing financing to navigating complex regulatory requirements. The Coordinator will have a strong commitment to serving marginalized and disadvantaged individuals and will drive initiatives aimed at enhancing their economic viability and seamless integration into regional supply chains.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Technical Assistance and Community Engagement
- Lead the effort to support the development and scaling of value-added food products and produce from small scale food and farming enterprises in the Central Valley region, and spearhead the coordination of technical assistance.
- Engage with community partners working in small business support, food entrepreneurship, value-added products, Cottage Foods enterprises, and small- to mid-scale food processing to identify priorities for research and extension activities and collaborate on related activities.
- Provide expertise in small business support, food science, and/or community and economic development to guide activities of the LFFI Farm to Market team and stay abreast with knowledge of regional resources available to small businesses.
Research and Knowledge Transfer Activities
- Stay at the forefront of opportunities in regional food and food processing, food entrepreneurship trends, market dynamics, and emerging business models, utilizing UCANR's existing expertise, to identify gaps and opportunities considering environmental and social aspects of food production, distribution, and consumption
- Guide applied research activities of Project Scientists with expertise in food science, such as value-added product development, consumer preferences, sensory evaluation, and small-scale processing technology and ensure research is based on local needs assessments and contributes to the goals of the LFFI project.
- Identify research and extension priorities and collaborate on related activities to enhance the Central Valley food ecosystem.
- Coordinate and create a comprehensive library of resources for small food and farm enterprises such as fact sheets, videos, web resources, recipes, and processing guides.
Technical Assistance and Community Engagement
- Supervise and coordinate activities of Community Education Specialists providing hands-on support to small food entrepreneurs and enterprises, navigating access to technical business training, local markets and applying for grants and loans as well as coordinate linkage to direct services with program consultants, service providers, and partner organizations.
- Work closely with community education specialists to recruit and select food enterprises to engage with LFFI and track and document participant progress, including conducting pre and post participant surveys and regular check-ins.
- Provide expert technical assistance to farm and food enterprises to enhance the support provided by the Community Education Specialists.
Project Coordination
- Represent the LFFI Farm to Market team within the F3 ecosystem and project partners and collaborators, including regular participation in F3, LFFI, and partner-led meetings.
- Evaluate activities of the LFFI Farm to Market team and develop a plan for continuous improvement.
- Provide priority to disadvantaged and underrepresented communities and champion equity and inclusivity in all initiatives.
Counties of Responsibility: This position will be headquartered at the UCCE Fresno County Office, Fresno, CA, and will cover the following counties: Merced, Fresno, Madera, Tulare and Kings Counties.
Reporting Relationship: The Food Innovation and Small Business Coordinator is administratively responsible to the LFFI Regional Director.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Education: A minimum of a Master's degree in an appropriate field such as Food Science, Food Technology, Community and Economic Development, Food Systems, Entrepreneurship, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business, or a related field is required at the time of appointment, in addition to a minimum of three years of professional experience.
Minimum and Required Qualifications
- Experience in education, research, or industry for one or more of the following: food science, community development, food systems, or business planning.
- Knowledge of business principles and business planning applicable to small food entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth within the food industry.
- Ability to engage with small food producers, farms and community partners, understand their needs, and work collaboratively to achieve common goals is vital for success in this role.
- Program coordination, evaluation experience and supervisory skills.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a complex and fast-paced environment.
- Skilled at complex problem solving and competent with online tools for data tracking and collaboration.
- This is not a remote position. The candidate must be available to be onsite.
- Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability and property damage insurance on vehicles used is required. Must possess a valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in development of value-added products, small-scale processing technology, agri-food, food entrepreneurship or food-related projects preferred.
- Previous experience working with initiatives aimed at promoting equity and inclusivity, especially within the food industry.
- Knowledge of food-related regulations, especially at the local and regional levels.
- Proficiency in one or more relevant languages in addition to English, such as Hmong and Spanish.
- Administration experience within a university, agency, or similar institutional environment
Technical Competence and Impact
Communication
- Demonstrated excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to share complex information in a manner tailored to the audience.
Collaboration, Teamwork and Flexibility
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team member with university staff, partner organizations, industry, and other stakeholders.
- Able to adapt as circumstances warrant.
- Aware and willing to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Ability to shift program focus as times, organizational, and stakeholder needs change.
Lifelong Learning
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing self-improvement.
- Participate in professional organizations, agencies, non-governmental organizations and others by providing information and leadership
- Maintain a program of continuous self-improvement by participating in in-service training, seminars, workshops, work group & program team meetings, short courses, professional society meetings and other relevant opportunities.
Learn more about Skills and Areas of Programmatic Review (including Professional Competence, University and Public Service and Affirmative Action and DEI) at: https://ucanr.edu/sites/Professional_Development/files/355229.pdf
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT
Assistant Professor or higher - Agribusiness Marketing and Management
The Department of Agriculture within the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the American University of Beirut seeks dynamic and motivated candidates for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor Faculty position in Agribusiness. We seek candidates with the vision and expertise to lead an impactful research program that advances agribusiness marketing and management in Lebanon and the region. The appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor or above, starting September 1, 2024.
Primary Responsibilities
Develop and conduct a research program in the Department of Agriculture in agribusiness marketing and management and related areas. The successful candidate will also teach undergraduate and graduate courses (four per year - fall and spring semesters) in the marketing and management of food, fiber and agribusiness-related products, marketing research, marketing plans, operation management and other courses consistent with both the needs of the department and the expertise of the candidate.
This position will also incorporate responsibilities in advising undergraduate and graduate students in Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics, serving as a liaison with professional local and regional Agro-food organizations, and outreach service within the Faculty’s extension programs. The person filling this position will have the opportunity to work closely with other faculty in related and complementary teaching, research, extension and applied research programs.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Agribusiness Management, Business, Marketing, Agricultural Economics, or a closely related field with a strong focus on Agriculture. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong teaching capability, competence in statistical and programming techniques, excellent communication skills, and potential for developing an internationally recognized research agenda including securing and conducting externally-funded research.
- Demonstrated ability to teach is imperative. Preference will be given to a person with experience in marketing and management from previous teaching or other employment.
- Candidates will be evaluated on: Demonstrated capacity to be effective teachers, productive scholars, and effective collaborators with FAFS colleagues and other faculty at AUB; effectiveness of research, including publications in peer reviewed journals, and effectiveness in obtaining competitive external funding; effectiveness of teaching, success in working with undergraduate and graduate students in a learning and mentoring environment; Interpersonal skills and the willingness to adapt as change.https://www.aub.edu.lb/fafs/Pages/default.aspx
Application Deadline: Until filled.
Application Process:
Send a current and signed resume/curriculum vitae, official transcripts, copies of publications or working papers, statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three professional references to:
Dean of Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences,
American University of Beirut
P.O. Box: 11-0236, Riad El-Solh, Beirut, 1107 2020, Lebanon
Send an electronic copy to: fafs@aub.edu.lb.
Letters of reference must not accompany the application. Applicants should ask the referees to send their letters directly to the office of the Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the above address.
The American University of Beirut is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The home page is available at: https://www.aub.edu.lb/fafs/Pages/default.aspx
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