UT Extension is currently accepting applications for two new Extension Specialist positions in the Center for Profitable Agriculture. Both positions will be involved with the development of a new Tennessee Landowner Education program. The program is intended to educate Tennessee landowners about opportunities to preserve existing farmland; identify and analyze value-added agriculture opportunities; and achieve landowner objectives.

The Extension Specialist – New Farm Enterprise and Entrepreneurship provides leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating a statewide educational program in Tennessee Landowner Education concentrating on the analysis and development of new farm enterprises and entrepreneurship. The position is full-time, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position.

The specialist will:

• Lead the development of educational curricula, publications and other resources for statewide educational programs based on client needs in new farm enterprise analysis and entrepreneurship and other designated subject matter areas.
• Teach educational programs and provide individual technical assistance for land owners, agricultural producers, industry partners and Extension agents.
• Secure extramural funds through grants, fee-based programs, and gifts.
• Evaluate and report program inputs, outcomes, impacts and accomplishments.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with relevant Extension colleagues and industry partners.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

UT Extension is currently accepting applications for two new Extension Specialist positions in the Center for Profitable Agriculture. Both positions will be involved with the development of a new Tennessee Landowner Education program. The program is intended to educate Tennessee landowners about opportunities to preserve existing farmland; identify and analyze value-added agriculture opportunities; and achieve landowner objectives.

The Extension Specialist – TN Landowner Education will:

• Lead the development of educational curricula, publications and other resources for statewide educational programs based on client needs in landowner education and other designated subject matter areas.
• Teach educational programs and provide individual technical assistance for land owners, agricultural producers, industry partners and Extension agents.
• Secure extramural funds through grants, fee-based programs, and gifts.
• Evaluate and report program inputs, outcomes, impacts and accomplishments.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with relevant Extension colleagues and industry partners.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Extension Associate will conduct applied economic and financial research in agricultural economics. The focus will be on U.S. beef production, particularly cow–calf and stocker enterprises. The Postdoctoral extension associate will help modernize and extend the Beef Cattle Standardized Performance Analysis (SPA) platform. The position blends scholarship (peer-reviewed publications, grant writing, data pipelines) with high-impact extension (producer workshops, briefs, and decision tools) in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. The ideal candidate is an independent, team-oriented researcher with strong quantitative skills and a passion for translating analytics into on-ranch decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop research and submit papers on economic and financial analysis of livestock and agricultural production.
• Work in the development and improvement of the Beef Cattle Standard Performance Analysis (SPA).
• Participate in extension activities, traveling to workshops, and assisting producers in the use of SPA.
• Analyze databases and write extension briefs.
• Collaborate in managing, organizing, and maintaining datasets.
• Cooperate in writing grant proposals.

UF/IFAS Extension seeks a State Specialized Agent II–IV position in Family and Consumer Science providing statewide leadership in Food Business and Entrepreneurship, supporting county faculty, entrepreneurs, workforce programs, and industry collaborators throughout Florida. As a 12-month, 100% Extension appointment, the role advances UF/IFAS Extension’s mission by strengthening economic decision making, viability, and growth opportunities for food and agribusiness entrepreneurs at all stages of development. This is a permanent status or permanent status accruing position for an Extension Agent II–IV, depending on eligibility. Candidates who have obtained permanent status in the Florida Cooperative Extension Service will retain this status. The position is located at the Southwest Research and Education Center in Immokalee.

Statewide Leadership and Extension Programming

• Lead or co-lead statewide Extension programs that increase the economic resilience of Florida’s food and agribusiness sectors.

• Educate food entrepreneurs and clientele about food and agribusiness planning and start-up considerations, marketing and management.
• Provide training to food and agribusiness entrepreneurs on market research and value-chain coordination, basic financial analysis, and business and market feasibility analysis
• Connect entrepreneurs with mentors to provide one-on-one business coaching to support informed investment, pricing, market entry, and scaling decisions.
• Work with county and state faculty to develop decision-support tools, curricula, and technical assistance to strengthen local program delivery in Family and Consumer Sciences and related food systems areas.

• Embed applied business and entrepreneurial analysis into statewide curricula and workshops to strengthen the economic impact and effectiveness of county level programming.

• Partner and leverage expertise of other faculty in the areas of regulatory, processing, food safety, and product development.

• Serve as a member of Initiative 5 (Food Safety & Food Entrepreneurship) and Initiative 1 (Food Systems) priority working groups, including participation on relevant Action Teams.

Resource Development and Grantsmanship

• Secure federal, state, and philanthropic grants that expand UF Extension’s capacity in food entrepreneurship and local food systems.
• Leverage in-kind resources and partnerships to expand program reach and reduce implementation costs.
• Support integrated funding strategies that align entrepreneurship, food safety, and food systems goals.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must hold a master’s degree from an accredited institution in Family and Consumer Sciences, Food and Resource Economics, Agribusiness, Agricultural Education and Communication, Food Science, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or a closely related field. Candidates may be placed at State Specialized Agent II, III, or IV based on experience and UF/IFAS Extension criteria.

Additional required qualifications include:

• Demonstrated ability to design, deliver, and evaluate educational programs.
• At least 5 years of land-grant university Extension or equivalent educational programming experience.
• A record of Extension, teaching, or equivalent outreach experience demonstrating strong applied communication and educational skills.
• Experience in small business development, food entrepreneurship, financial coaching, or related applied economic training.
• Ability to work effectively with community partners, state agencies, and interdisciplinary faculty teams.
• Ability to interpret applied research and develop educational materials.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to coordinate training for large faculty groups, manage program data, and the ability to manage grants and budgets according to UF guidelines.
• Proficiency with digital tools used for Extension instruction, outreach, and reporting, such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, webinar platforms, social media tools, learning management systems, and UF/IFAS-approved reporting platforms.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout the region to meet programming requirements.
• Ability to travel statewide and work occasional evenings or weekends as required by programming.
• Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
• Successful completion of a Level 2 DCF background check due to youth involvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Family and Consumer Sciences, Food and Resource Economics, Business Administration, Food Science, or other disciplines closely aligned with food entrepreneurship and economic development is preferred for this State Specialized Agent position.
• Demonstrated success securing grants, managing budgets, or coordinating multi‑partner initiatives.
• Experience designing statewide, regional, or multi‑county Extension programs.
• Experience working with food entrepreneurs, cottage food operators, commercial kitchens, or value-added‑ food ventures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across Florida’s agricultural and food enterprise sectors.
• A record of producing scholarly outputs.

Application Instructions

Apply at Careers at UF by 11:55 p.m. (Eastern) of the posting end date, and attach:

• Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above

• Curriculum vitae

• Contact information (including email addresses) for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendation

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible.  Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

West Texas A&M University, a Member of The Texas A&M University System, invites applications for the position of Professor and Head of the Department of Agricultural Sciences.  The position is a twelve-month, tenured position that reports to the Dean of the Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. WTAMU is a four-year academic institution of 9,000 students serving the Panhandle of Texas and portions of four adjacent states. This geographic region is noted for its agricultural production and related businesses. The Department offers baccalaureate degrees in Agribusiness; Agricultural Business and Economics; Agriculture, Agriculture Education; Agricultural Communication, Animal Science; Equine Industry and Business; and Plant, Soil, and Environmental Science. Master of Science (M.S.) degrees are offered in Animal Science; Plant, Soil, and Environmental Science, and Agriculture with emphases options in Agriculture Education, Agricultural Media and Communication, and Agricultural Business and Economics; as well as an online Masters of Agriculture (M.Ag.). Additionally, a Ph.D. program is offered in Systems Agriculture.  There are 1,200 students enrolled in the Department including 100 graduate students. The Department has a dynamic team of 30 full-time tenure-track faculty, four full-time clinical faculty, six full-time instructors, as well as research specialists and facility managers. Furthermore, the Department encompasses facilities, which support the academic and research mission including animal units, laboratories, greenhouses, and farms, as well as a new state-of-the-art beef cattle feedlot currently under construction with a planned capacity of approximately 4,400 head.

Work Performed: 

• Provide academic leadership to faculty, staff, and students in the Department of Agricultural Sciences
• Lead efforts to recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty and staff while promoting their professional growth to sustain excellence in teaching, research, and service.
• Provide fiscal and operational oversight of all of the research and educational programs within the Department of Agricultural Sciences.
• Lead the development and implementation of academic programs that recruit, support, and graduate undergraduate and graduate students prepared to contribute meaningfully to the agricultural industry at the regional and broader levels.
• Collaborate with agricultural industry leaders to assess and address regional needs in teaching, research, and service.
• Coordinate with executive leadership to ensure the availability of resources required for successful program execution.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in an agricultural discipline or closely related field offered by a University.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research and service.
• Commitment to an interdisciplinary team approach to research, education and service.
• Interpersonal skills, vision and desire to establish working relationships both internally and outside of the University.
• Experience with managing federal, state, local, and grant accounting codes and funding structures. Proven ability to ensure efficient allocation of resources and adherence to fiscal guidelines.
• Evidence of administrative experience desired.
• Excellent computer, written, and oral communication skills.

West Texas A&M University, a member of The Texas A&M University System, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Agricultural Business and Economics. This is a nine-month, tenure track position that reports to the Head of the Department of Agricultural Sciences. WTAMU is located in the Texas Panhandle, one of the largest cattle feeding areas in the world (6 million head annually), and one of the most prolific crop-producing areas in the world, (14 million acres of cultivated cropland), both of which are multi-billion dollars industries. The highest total value crops in the region are wheat, corn, ensilage, hay, sorghum and cotton. The position will focus on the various aspects of agricultural economics including but not limited to management, marketing, finance, policy, trade, and retail sales and will provide support to the current academic track to increase the enrollment at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. WTAMU is a four-year academic institution with more than 9,000 students including more than 1,150 students in the department granting Bachelor, Master of Science, Master of Agriculture, and Doctoral degrees. The department offers the following degrees related to the discipline: B.S. degree in Agribusiness, B.S. degree in Agricultural Business and Economics, M.S. in Agriculture with an emphasis in Agricultural Business and Economics, M.Ag, and a Ph.D. in Systems Agriculture.

Work Performed: 

• Teach a minimum of 9 hours per long semester. Teaching opportunities may include face-to-face and/or online formats.
• Contribute to a strong teaching program in the agricultural economics/agribusiness area with emphasis in at least one of the following areas: production and resource management, finance, international trade, policy, or management.
• Develop a research program in an area of agricultural economics/agribusiness.
• Secure extramural funding for research and scholarly activities.
• Advise M.S. and Ph.D. graduate students in various areas of Agricultural Business and Economics.
• Publish research findings and syntheses in refereed journals.
• Develop collaborative programs with scientists in other agencies, universities, and the agriculture industry.
• Develop strong industry relationships with agribusiness professionals in the region/state.
• Foster employment opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Agribusiness or closely related field
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service
• Working knowledge and experience in crop and livestock industries
• Academic or industry experience beyond the Ph.D. is preferred
• Commitment to an interdisciplinary team approach to education and research
• Interpersonal skills, and desire to establish working relationships with external constituents in the allied agriculture industries
• Demonstrated experience in securing external funding and scholarly publication
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Description: We are recruiting graduate students and have Master’s research assistantships available to study one or more of the following areas: the economic impacts of alternative water management strategies and/or policies to conserve water in the Ogallala Aquifer, the economic contribution and importance of natural resources for agriculture, the economic evaluation of best management practices in agricultural systems including regenerative agriculture, and the ability of the High Plains to supply confined animal feeding operations with feed.

Qualifications: Applicant must be self-motivated with a good attitude, critical thinking skills, and strong work ethic. Applicant must also possess excellent spreadsheet skills in Excel due to the large amount of data which will be evaluated. Well-developed oral and written communication skills and the ability to work both individually and cooperatively within a team setting are required. Applicants with a B.S. in Agribusiness or Agricultural Business and Economics and a strong interest in natural resource conservation are preferred. A degree acquired in a closely related discipline such as animal science, plant science, ag communications, general agriculture, or business will also be considered, depending on interest and experience.

The Extension Assistant – Value-Added Agriculture Enterprises position is primarily responsible for providing support to the Southeast Dairy Business Innovation Initiative program. This position will assist in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and reporting of educational programs focusing on analyzing and developing value-added dairy and other agricultural enterprises including general business and enterprise-specific regulations.  This is a limited duration position funded through grants and other special funds for a period of approximately two years. Continued employment is contingent upon performance and available funding.

The Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics is seeking an accomplished, visionary leader for the position of Department Head. Responsibilities of the Department Head include leadership of all department programs and administrative responsibility for strategic planning, fiscal management, marketing initiatives, and human resources. This includes recruitment, development, and retention of faculty and staff. The Department Head should provide effective advocacy for the department within and outside the university, and actively secure resources to strengthen its mission. The department is seeking an individual who will foster excellence in teaching, research, and extension, and encourage a positive, collegial climate and participatory decision-making process within the department. Ongoing university-wide strategic investments and priority setting in curriculum development and research activities will provide the Department Head with a unique opportunity to shape the academic mission and programs of the department.
The department currently consists of 30 faculty and staff, 58 graduate students, and 230 undergraduate students. The department offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs. The undergraduate program consists of five majors with specializations in agribusiness, including options in agribusiness management and veterinary business management; community economic development; environmental economics, management, and policy; international trade and development; and food and health systems economics. The master’s program includes both a traditional seated program and a 100% online degree program with a focus on data analytics, which has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report. The Ph.D. program is offered jointly with the Economics Department (in the College of Science) and includes research in applied econometrics, international development and trade, environmental and resource economics, food and health economics, and rural and regional development. The faculty have successfully obtained research grants from USDA, EPA, NIH, NSF, USAID, CGIAR centers, and state and industry sources. Additionally, faculty have been extensively involved in interdisciplinary collaboration within the university, as well as nationally and globally. Three department centers highlight extension and outreach efforts: The Center for Agricultural Trade, The Kohl Centre, and the Center for Economic Education. Find more information about the department on the web at http://www.aaec.vt.edu/. Founded in 1872 as a land grant institution, Virginia Tech is currently ranked as a Top 25 Public University by US News & World Report and a Top 25 Public Research University by the National Science Foundation. The university has a total student enrollment of 30,000 with approximately 4,000 students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences across nine academic departments and schools. Find additional information about Blacksburg at http://www.blacksburg.va.us/.

Department Chair – Agricultural & Applied Economics

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources at Texas Tech University (TTU) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenured Professor to begin August 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader who is innovative, dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial Chair of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics providing intellectual and strategic leadership for teaching, research, extramural funding, outreach and engagement, and service endeavors in the Department and Davis College.Among other duties, the Chair/Director/Area Coordinator will manage departmental personnel; administer the academic programs with the assistance of program directors; develop and sustain connections with related professional and industry entities to promote teaching, research, development, and outreach; effectively represent the department to internal and external entities; effectively manage the unit’s budget to sustain a culture of fiscal responsibility and health; and promote the success of the faculty, staff, and students in the department. The Chair will also serve as a departmental faculty member with the following expectations related to teaching and research:· Maintain a research program as commensurate with the position and participate in graduate advising through thesis and dissertation committees.· Teach courses as appropriate to serve the needs of the department.The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources at Texas Tech University (TTU) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenured Professor to begin August 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader who is innovative, dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial Chair of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics providing intellectual and strategic leadership for teaching, research, extramural funding, outreach and engagement, and service endeavors in the Department and Davis College.Among other duties, the Chair/Director/Area Coordinator will manage departmental personnel; administer the academic programs with the assistance of program directors; develop and sustain connections with related professional and industry entities to promote teaching, research, development, and outreach; effectively represent the department to internal and external entities; effectively manage the unit’s budget to sustain a culture of fiscal responsibility and health; and promote the success of the faculty, staff, and students in the department. The Chair will also serve as a departmental faculty member with the following expectations related to teaching and research:· Maintain a research program as commensurate with the position and participate in graduate advising through thesis and dissertation committees.· Teach courses as appropriate to serve the needs of the department.

Position Description

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources at Texas Tech University (TTU) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenured Professor to begin August 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader who is innovative, dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial Chair of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics providing intellectual and strategic leadership for teaching, research, extramural funding, outreach and engagement, and service endeavors in the Department and Davis College.

Among other duties, the Chair/Director/Area Coordinator will manage departmental personnel; administer the academic programs with the assistance of program directors; develop and sustain connections with related professional and industry entities to promote teaching, research, development, and outreach; effectively represent the department to internal and external entities; effectively manage the unit’s budget to sustain a culture of fiscal responsibility and health; and promote the success of the faculty, staff, and students in the department. The Chair will also serve as a departmental faculty member with the following expectations related to teaching and research:

• Maintain a research program as commensurate with the position and participate in graduate advising through thesis and dissertation committees.

• Teach courses as appropriate to serve the needs of the department.
Among other duties, the Chair/Director/Area Coordinator will manage departmental personnel; administer the academic programs with the assistance of program directors; develop and sustain connections with related professional and industry entities to promote teaching, research, development, and outreach; effectively represent the department to internal and external entities; effectively manage the unit’s budget to sustain a culture of fiscal responsibility and health; and promote the success of the faculty, staff, and students in the department. The Chair will also serve as a departmental faculty member with the following expectations related to teaching and research:

Major/Essential Functions

The successful applicant for this leadership position will be one who has a strong background in Agricultural and Applied Economics and who also has a significant track record of excellence when working with external partners. The Chair of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics will be a driven, visionary, and collaborative individual who supports research, extramural funding, and teaching as critical components of higher education and who will help build future successes on the Department’s foundation of past and current excellence. In addition, the successful applicant will be someone who exemplifies the Davis College core values: valuing people, commitment to excellence, fostering discovery, and elevating others. The successful candidate should be a strong leader who helps the department continue to meet its commitment to discovery, training, instruction, and engagement and outreach in key areas of agricultural and applied economics. The successful department chair will be one who puts the success of the team and department above their individual accomplishments. They must appreciate interdisciplinary, experiential, and systems-based learning. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence throughout the discovery-to-application continuum.
The Chair of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics will be appointed to a five-year renewable term, subject to annual reviews by the Dean and a satisfactory formal reappointment review.

Essential Functions

• Engage in leadership to implement the University’s academic and research goals, including campus-wide leadership in strategic areas to enhance the regional and national research presence of the department, College, and the University.
• Timely and effective communication to faculty, staff, students, and administrators as well as timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Interact with College leadership in strategic planning to foster the academic, research, and service growth of the department and College.
• Foster development of interdisciplinary academic and research programs in the College.
• Lead efforts to recruit and retain outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and to create an environment that fosters diversity, collegiality, and teamwork.
• Facilitate professional and academic growth and development of faculty, staff, and students.
• Provide leadership to the departmental faculty in planning, developing, integrating, and implementing excellence in teaching, research, and outreach programs.
• Manage the department’s human, financial, and physical resources.
• Assign responsibilities to faculty and staff and evaluate their performance.
• Facilitate the pursuit of external grant and contract funding in the context of the departmental strategic goals.
• Actively seek support and resources for departmental programs/facilities and work with college development personnel on gift and endowment opportunities such as scholarships, graduate fellowships, and endowed chairs and professorships.
• Engage with professional societies, regional and national organizations, and committees associated with the interests of the department.
• Represent departmental interests within the University and to outside agencies, stakeholders, and relevant industries.
• Provide leadership in maintaining and expanding relationships with alumni, individuals, and various groups involved in agricultural and applied economics.
• Service duties include program-building, as well as commitment to extracurricular activities. Service to the department, college, and university is expected.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for the position, candidates must have:

• A Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, business, or related fields.
• A strong record of academic accomplishments in research, teaching, outreach, and grant funding that will allow a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics.
• A record of publications, grants, and professional service or other evidence of professional contributions.
• Experience in leading complex, multi- or trans-disciplinary teams in high-impact and successful research.
• Exemplary and visionary leadership skills, as evidenced by prior experience.
• Previous experience or other evidence of administrative ability.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills (both oral and written) as evidenced by publications and research awards, statements of philosophy, outreach/engagement output and awards, podcasts or radio/TV interviews, or other evidence of communication ability.
• Prior experience with documented success in higher education, industry, or government leadership.
• Documented ability to collaborate with partners, constituencies, and other interested parties, whether internal or external to the Department and University.
• An outstanding record of peer-reviewed publications in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary journals, outstanding extramural funding, and university and professional service.
• A record of excellence in teaching and educating students.
• Experience and success in encouraging, supporting, and mentoring junior faculty. A strong record of data-based decision making.
• Experience and successes in encouraging, supporting, and developing entrepreneurial activities through external funding, translational research, and educational program development.
• Evidence of an ability to direct the activities of a large academic department, provide a clear vision, and to plan strategically to achieve departmental goals and objectives. Evidence of an ability to create a shared vision and align resources to achieve strategic outcomes.
• Experience in working with commodity groups, industry partners, and communities relevant to the academic fields within the Department.
• Documented experience in developing international programming.
• Effective personnel management skills and demonstrated ability in fiscal management are essential. The successful applicant should have a track record of making timely decisions and responding promptly to administrative deadlines. Highly refined verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to sharing departmental accomplishments and their vision for the future with prospective students, alumni, and stakeholders are indispensable.
• Respect for the differing perspectives and values of students, staff, faculty, and stakeholders.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5850152

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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Chairperson  

Full Professor (Tenured) 

Department of Agriculture 

College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics 

Primary Responsibilities 

Provide dynamic collegial leadership to a department with a dedicated faculty and staff, and vision necessary to grow and enhance the department’s academic programs. Fulfill the role and responsibilities of a chairperson as defined in the Faculty Handbook, including officially representing the department’s interests on and off campus, evaluating faculty and staff, managing budgets, providing curricular development, and ensuring that the needs of students are met. Half-time teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate instruction in the candidate’s professional discipline area, advising students, student recruitment, and participating in regional services and professional organizations. Specifically, in agriculture the chairperson is also responsible for overseeing the operations of the 252-acre agricultural research center (beef, forage, and cropland) and a horticulture greenhouse complex and gardens. The chairperson also helps maintain regional relationships for the department, including with the agriculture community, FFA, and commodity groups. 

Required Qualifications 

• An earned Ph.D. in Agribusiness with a background and experience to support appointment as chairperson. Degree must be from a regionally accredited, internationally accredited, or government-certified university. 

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service to meet the requirements for tenure at the rank of Professor   

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external entities 

• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience  

• Possess the experience and skills necessary to recruit and retain undergraduate and graduate students   

• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills 

• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and partnerships 

• Be a progressive leader with the potential to manage and coordinate events, obtain resources, support faculty and staff, and a vision that stimulates a growing educational program   

• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of faculty morale and enthusiasm 

Southeast Missouri State University is interested in recruiting academic leaders with a commitment to excellent undergraduate and graduate education grounded in the teacher-scholar model.  Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to facilitate the development of innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended, and online formats, and initiatives promoting student success, retention, and degree completion. 

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE:  Information regarding the department can be found at www.semo.edu/agriculture.  

Application Deadline:  The position is available August 01, 2025.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 06, 2025. 

To Apply:  Submit the following items online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/semoedu/default.cfm?promotionaljobs=1  

• Letter of application addressing all position qualifications  

• Current curriculum vitae  

• Statement of Administrative Philosophy and Shared Governance  

• Statement of Teaching and Research Philosophy 

• Statement of Commitment to Outreach 

• Unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts required for employment) 

• Names and contact information of three professional references with at least one who can address administrative ability 

  SEMO Fact Book:  Institutional Research Factbook 
  SEMO Strategic Action Plan:  Strategic Action Plan  

The College of Agriculture at Auburn University invites applications for the position of Department Head of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities: The Department Head serves as the senior faculty administrator in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology and promotes excellence in teaching, research, and extension/outreach programs. The position demands performance of professional level duties requiring leadership, vision, strategic planning, and decision-making skills in the management of departmental programs and personnel. The department head is responsible for recruitment, supervision and evaluation of personnel, department budgets, extramural funding, and professional development of faculty and staff. The department head will also serve as an advocate and representative of the department/college interests, needs and programs through interactions and fundraising activities. Expectations in this role include fostering academic programs that promote student success, creating an environment for impactful research, and supporting extension programs that serve stakeholders in Alabama. The department head establishes and maintains working relationships with other departments within the university, commodity groups, agribusiness representatives, governmental and private agencies in addition to students and alumni. Effective communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will report to the Dean, College of Agriculture and Director, Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station while maintaining a close collaborative working relationship with administrators and staff in the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

Minimum qualifications: The candidate must have an earned PhD from an accredited institution in Agricultural Economics, Rural Sociology or related field and must have achieved the academic and professional qualifications to be awarded tenure at the level of Full Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and organizational skills. In addition, they must have demonstrated excellence in teaching, research, and/or extension/outreach activities. Ability to secure and sustain extramural funding and leadership/service activities in professional societies is required. Knowledge and commitment to the land-grant university mission is essential. The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.

Application Procedures: Applicants must apply online at https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49374 and submit :  I) cover letter addressing the candidate’s experience pertinent to the responsibilities of the position, 2) current curriculum vita, 3) statement on leadership philosophy. When prompted during the on-line application process, please provide names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Only complete application materials will be considered. Active review of applications will begin January 7, 2025, but the search will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to:

Dr. Steve Hague, Search Committee Chair, Auburn University

Phone: 334-844-3850

Email: shague@auburn.edu

Auburn University is a land-grant institution with a student enrollment of more than 30,000. As an R1 institution, the University provides instruction in approximately 70 academic departments and maintains graduate research and public service programs of a broad scope. The University is located in the city of Auburn in east-central Alabama near the metropolitan areas of Montgomery and Birmingham, Alabama, and Columbus and Atlanta, Georgia.

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology consists of 18 full-time faculty and staff conducting programs in research, teaching and outreach/extension activities. More information can be found at http://aers.auburn.edu/.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Extension Specialist – Value-Added Agriculture Enterprises provides leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating statewide educational programs in value-added agriculture enterprise analysis, planning, development, management and sustainability. The position is a full-time, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a statewide Extension educational program in value-added agriculture.
• Develop effective teaching tools and participate in educational programs as coordinator, planning team member, instructor and facilitator.
• Provide individual consultations and assistance to clients and provide training for Extension agents and specialists.
• Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status.
• Secure external funding for programs that promote and strengthen value-added agriculture and direct marketing activities through grants, contracts, sponsorships, gifts and/or fees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:
• Master’s degree in Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Business Administration or closely related field. Applicants graduating prior to target start date are welcome to apply.
• Knowledge and skills that demonstrate promise in Extension program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Internet (Web, e-mail), etc.

Preferred:
• Knowledge of agricultural Extension programs and the land-grant mission.
• Knowledge of or experience in agriculture.

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Extension Specialist – Value-Added Agriculture Marketing provides leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating statewide educational programs in value-added agriculture marketing (analysis, development, evaluation and enhancement). The position is a full-time, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a statewide Extension educational program in value-added agriculture marketing.
• Develop effective teaching tools and participate in educational programs as coordinator, planning team member, instructor and facilitator.
• Provide individual consultations and assistance to clients and provide training for Extension agents and specialists.
• Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status.
• Secure external funding for programs that promote and strengthen value-added agriculture and direct marketing activities through grants, contracts, sponsorships, gifts and/or fees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:
• Master’s degree in Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Business Administration or closely related field. Applicants graduating prior to target start date are welcome to apply.
• Knowledge and skills that demonstrate promise in Extension program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Internet (Web, e-mail), etc.

Preferred:
• Knowledge of agricultural Extension programs and the land-grant mission.
• Knowledge of or experience in agriculture.

Description: We are recruiting graduate students and have Master’s research assistantships
available to study one or more of the following areas: the economic impacts of alternative water
management strategies and/or policies to conserve water in the Ogallala Aquifer, the economic
contribution and importance of natural resources for agriculture, the economic evaluation of best
management practices in agricultural systems including regenerative agriculture, and the ability
of the High Plains to supply confined animal feeding operations with silage.

West Texas A&M University, a member of The Texas A&M University System, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Agricultural Business and Economics. This is a nine-month, tenure track position that reports to the Head of the Department of Agricultural Sciences. WTAMU is located in the Texas Panhandle, one of the largest cattle feeding areas in the world (6 million head annually), and one of the most prolific crop-producing areas in the world, (14 million acres of cultivated cropland), both of which are multi-billion dollars industries. The highest total value crops in the region are wheat, corn, ensilage, hay, sorghum and cotton. The position will focus on the various aspects of agricultural economics including but not limited to management, marketing, finance, policy, trade, and retail sales and will provide support to the current academic track to increase the enrollment at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. WTAMU is a four-year academic institution with more than 9,000 students including more than 1,150 students in the department granting Bachelor, Master of Science, Master of Agriculture, and Doctoral degrees. The department offers the following degrees related to the discipline: B.S. degree in Agribusiness, B.S. degree in Agricultural Business and Economics, M.S. in Agriculture with an emphasis in Agricultural Business and Economics, M.Ag, and a Ph.D. in Systems Agriculture.
Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Agribusiness or closely related field
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service
• Working knowledge and experience in crop and livestock industries
• Academic or industry experience beyond the Ph.D. is preferred
• Commitment to an interdisciplinary team approach to education and research
• Interpersonal skills, and desire to establish working relationships with external constituents in the allied agriculture industries
• Demonstrated experience in securing external funding and scholarly publication
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
Responsibilities
• Teach a minimum of 9 hours per long semester. Teaching opportunities may include face-to-face and/or online formats.
• Contribute to a strong teaching program in the agricultural economics/agribusiness area with emphasis in at least one of the following areas: production and resource management, finance, international trade, policy, or management.
• Develop a research program in an area of agricultural economics/agribusiness.
• Secure extramural funding for research and scholarly activities.
• Advise M.S. and Ph.D. graduate students in various areas of Agricultural Business and Economics.
• Publish research findings and syntheses in refereed journals.
• Develop collaborative programs with scientists in other agencies, universities, and the agriculture industry.
• Develop strong industry relationships with agribusiness professionals in the region/state.
• Foster employment opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Other duties as assigned.
Instructions Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must provide a letter of interest that includes teaching/research vision, curriculum vitae, three professional references, and unofficial transcripts (official transcripts are to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate). Apply at https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/WTAMU_External . Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application. Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at hr@wtamu.edu.
For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:
Dr. Bridget Guerrero, Search Committee Chair Phone: (806) 651-2614
E-mail: bguerrero@wtamu.edu
West Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. West Texas A&M University, The Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, and the Department of Agricultural Sciences are committed to hiring the person most qualified for this position with equal treatment and access for all applicants, including affirmative action for women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Department:     Agricultural and Resource Economics, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, https://arec.tennessee.edu/

Duties:               The successful candidate will be expected to: 1) develop a nationally- recognized research program focusing on one or more of the following: agricultural production economics, farm management, agribusiness, risk management, precision agriculture, and farm data management; 2) teach graduate or undergraduate courses in the Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics; 3) publish in high quality disciplinary and multidisciplinary journals; 4) acquire extramural funding; 5) mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate students; and 6) participate in service activities of the Department, College, University, and profession. The expected start date is February 1 or August 1, 2025.

Qualifications: Ph.D., or ABD with an expected completion date before August 1, 2025, in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related field; excellent communication skills; ability to work in disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.

Salary:               Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application:      To apply, please submit a letter detailing your interest in the position, a curriculum vita, official transcripts, and three letters of reference to Interfolio, http://apply.interfolio.com/149570. Direct any questions regarding the position to Dr. Aaron Smith, Search Committee Chair, Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics, aaron.smith@utk.edu. Screening of applicants will begin September 30, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

The Assistant Vice President-Agriculture and Natural Resources is an integral part of the University of Arkansas System, Division of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service’s leadership team. This position reports to the Senior Associate Vice President for Agriculture-Extension and serves as a member of the Executive Team.

The Assistant Vice President-Agriculture and Natural Resources is responsible for providing statewide leadership for the development of Extension programs in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR). This position works with relevant administrators and stakeholder organizations to set state and district priorities for ANR programs, provide visionary leadership for ANR personnel and direct the development of ANR educational curricula and professional development programs. This position serves as a liaison with research counterparts in the UA System as well as with other academic institutions, industry, and state and federal government to keep abreast of the latest developments and identify areas for future integrated research/extension programming. This position is responsible for identifying and developing opportunities to coordinate Extension programming efforts in agriculture and natural resources with the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the state’s 1890 Land Grant institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating Extension programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR).
• Work with administration within the UA System Division of Agriculture and with the UA Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences administration, and Department Heads to establish and implement Extension hiring priorities.
• Work with relevant administrators and stakeholder organizations to set state and district priorities for ANR programs on an annual basis.
• Provide leadership for the development of statewide Extension plans of work and accomplishment reports for ANR programs.
• Serve as a spokesperson for Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources.
• Seek and develop financial support for Arkansas ANR programs including external funds, gifts, endowments, grants, and contracts.
• Develop budget requests and manage budgets within the ANR program area.
• Coordinate dissemination of research information.
• Work with District teams within the state to identify agriculture/natural resource issues and problems which will drive program needs in ANR.
• Establish and support interdisciplinary teams to address Agriculture and Natural Resources issues.
• Facilitate and provide leadership for the development of educational curricula and effective professional development programs for employees and volunteer leaders.
• Ensure that non-traditional programs are integrated into the total Extension effort.
• Comply with applicable civil rights regulations in Agriculture and Natural Resources.
• Develop operating policies, establish internal and external committees and councils as necessary for implementing programs.
• Serve as a team member with other Assistant Vice Presidents in Community, Professional and Economic Development (CPED), Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), and 4-H and Youth Development (4-H) to develop, coordinate and conduct the total Extension program.

Skills

• Knowledge of the history, philosophy, objectives, and methods of Cooperative Extension work across all areas including ANR, CPED, FCS, and 4-H to foster interprofessional teamwork across the organization.
• Ability to develop and manage innovative programs in Extension or related activities.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of professional and lay audiences including commodity organizations and other groups concerned with the program areas served.
• Ability to obtain and interpret research information.
• Knowledge of the social, economic, political, and cultural factors affecting Extension work.
• Functional knowledge of disciplines within agriculture and natural resources such as crop and soil science, animal science, agricultural economics, and forestry.
• Ability to communicate and convey ideas effectively to faculty, stakeholder groups, and clientele.
• Physical and mental ability to effectively perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, including irregular hours of work, as well as frequent in-state and out-of-state travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in an agricultural discipline, natural resources or related field of study required.
• Administrative experience and demonstrated ability to manage budgets and supervise personnel.
• Five years of experience in a discipline related to Agriculture and Natural Resources required.
• Five years of professional Extension experience required.
• Experience in planning and implementing educational programs required.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Arkansas agriculture and natural resources.

Additional Information

The following items will be required at the time of application:
1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Questions and/or other inquiries should be directed to:

Dr. Michael Looper

Department Head

Animal Science Department

1120 West Maple

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701

Phone: (479) 883-7782

Email: looper@uark.edu

The Center for Profitable Agriculture is a center within University of Tennessee Extension and a partnership with the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation located in Columbia, Tennessee. The Center staff work to help farmers analyze and develop value-added agriculture enterprises across the state.The Extension Specialist – Value-Added Agriculture Marketing provides leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating statewide educational programs in value-added agriculture marketing. The Extension Specialist – Value-Added Agriculture Marketing is a full-time, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position. This is a full-time, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position.

The Center for Profitable Agriculture is a center within University of Tennessee Extension and a partnership with the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation located in Columbia, Tennessee. The Center staff work to help farmers analyze and develop value-added agriculture enterprises across the state. The Extension Specialist – Value-Added Agriculture Financial Analysis provides leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating statewide educational programs in value-added agriculture financial analysis and business development. The Extension Specialist – Value-Added Agriculture Financial Analysis is a full-time, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position.

Assistant Professor – International Trade and Marketing

36524BR

Position DescriptionContributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure track assistant professor position with a specialization in international trade and marketing or closely related fields conducting teaching, research, and service.

Position Description

Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure track assistant professor position with a specialization in international trade and marketing or closely related fields conducting teaching, research, and service.

Major/Essential Functions

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure track assistant professor position with a specialization in international trade and marketing or closely related fields conducting teaching, research, and service. Duties include teaching and advising undergraduate and graduate students, attracting external funding, and publishing research results in reputed national and international peer-reviewed journals. Service to the department, college, university, and community is expected.

The start date is as early as August 2024 and the salary will be commensurate based on the qualifications of the individual selected and the budgetary guidelines of the department, and competitive with other public universities.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, Business Administration, or a closely related field.

• Excellent training in quantitative methods, microeconomics as well as topics related to agribusiness (international trade, industrial organization, supply chain and/or strategic management, managerial economics, marketing, finance, risk management, information management).

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong record of scholarship supported by extramural funding and proven capacity or clear potential to bring externally sponsored research to Texas Tech University.

Preferred Qualifications

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5000423

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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Assistant Professor – Rural Sustainability and Economic Development 36110BR Position DescriptionContributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure track assistant professor position in regional economic development. Start Date is September 1, 2024. Position Description Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure track assistant professor position in regional economic development. Start Date is September 1, 2024. Major/Essential Functions The person filling this position will possess expertise in rural and regional economic development, economic impact analysis, integrated production systems, energy, small urban settings, and related fields. Interest in developing online curricula and experience in coordinating with communities and agribusinesses is desirable. CURES is a new, interdisciplinary University-wide Center being established to address the need for novel research in the neglected area of coupled urban/rural environmental sustainability. The successful candidate will join with existing faculty from around campus, as well as several new hires, to create a new and exciting collaborative, multidisciplinary, and federal-funding oriented entity. Faculty associated with the Center will be based and eventually tenured within an existing department but expected to engage with Center-wide research efforts. The goal is to gradually expand from a regional focus to one that is national, and eventually international in scope. Required Qualifications • A Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, Business Administration, or a closely related field. • Excellent training in quantitative methods, microeconomics as well as topics related to rural and/or urban development, agribusiness, and entrepreneurship. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Strong record of scholarship supported by extramural funding and proven capacity or clear potential to bring externally sponsored research to Texas Tech University. Preferred Qualifications To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4974244 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/

Augusta University’s Health Management, Economics and Policy Department is seeking on post-doctoral fellow with doctoral degrees in health economics, public health, or an allied science to work closely on several research studies mainly focused on social determinants of health.

This post-doctoral fellow will dedicate most of their time to collaboratively writing papers, researching proposals and analyzing related data. For those interested in developing teaching skills, we can assign one course in our MPH program. A mentorship committee will be supporting the fellow during the two years commitment.

The fellowship will be housed within the Department of Health Management, Economics and Policy at the Institute of Public and Preventive Health (https://www.augusta.edu/institutes/ipph/).

The fellow will be based at Augusta University (formerly known as the Medical College of Georgia) in Augusta, Georgia. This fellowship is a two-year, full-time position. The salary and benefits will be commensurate with NIH standards.  The start date is flexible, but an earlier start date is preferred.

A doctoral degree or equivalent in health economics, public health, or an allied science. Candidates must have recently earned a doctorate, or, if they are still in candidacy, must have scheduled their defense date. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.  Experience or interest in meta-analysis and experiments is desired.

Augusta University supports a diverse and inclusive culture.

Packets may be sent to Dustin Tracy JTracy@augusta.edu. Please feel free to email Dr. Tracy with any questions.

Job ID:                                 249227