University of Georgia

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Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Agribusiness or Agricultural Economics.

Preferred Qualifications: Strong theoretical and quantitative methods training with excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Job Description: One position is 50% research, 50% teaching; the other is 60% research, 40% teaching. Each faculty member will likely be expected to teach three classes per academic year and advise graduate and undergraduate students. One position will include supervision of undergraduate student activities (NAMA, Quiz Bowl, etc.). He/she will be expected to develop a nationally renowned scholarly program in agribusiness. The desired research/teaching areas include but are not limited to agricultural finance, agricultural management and marketing, food and fiber distribution systems, value-added agriculture, local food systems, agricultural labor issues, and agricultural market structure and performance.

Major responsibilities: (1) developing a nationally recognized, industry-relevant research program partnering with extension to support an effective outreach component, (2) publishing research in major agricultural economics and agribusiness/business journals, (3) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, (4) advising undergraduate and graduate students, (5) supporting the Masters of Agribusiness (MAB) program, and (6) securing sufficient grants and contracts to fund graduate students.

To be considered for Associate Professor rank, candidate must meet qualifications for associate professor as stated in the department’s promotion/tenure guidelines at https://provost.uga.edu/_resources/documents/Agricultural_and_Applied_Economics_2015.pdf.

General Information: The position is located in Athens on The University of Georgia campus only 65 miles from Atlanta. UGA website: http://www.uga.edu. Department website: http://www.caes.uga.edu/departments/agecon/.

Application Materials: (1) letter of application including a description of academic qualifications and experience; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) evidence of teaching and service experience (if any); (4) graduate school transcripts; and (5) names and contact information for three professional references. Applications must be submitted online at http://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/27751. For questions, contact Dr. Jeffrey Dorfman, Search Committee Chair, email: jdorfman@uga.edu.

Application Deadline: For full consideration for these positions, all application materials and supporting documentation should be received by October 1, 2018. Review of applications will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (facultyjobs@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests.