Mississippi State University

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Position: Assistant Professor
Environmental / Natural Resource Economics
Tenure track, 9-month appointment

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Applied/Agricultural Economics, Economics, or related field. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential to develop a nationally prominent research program in environmental and/or natural resource economics, and the potential to be an effective classroom instructor. A willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary research efforts is desirable. Outstanding oral and written communication skills are required.

Job Description: This position has a 60 percent research appointment and a 40 percent teaching appointment. The Department is particularly interested in candidates whose work employs advanced quantitative methods in furthering the understanding of the complex relationships among the environment, natural resources, agriculture and food systems. The successful candidate will be expected to: (1) develop a nationally prominent research program with extramural funding and publications in leading peer-reviewed journals, (2) provide high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate teaching (generally two to three courses per year) in environmental/resource economics and contribute to the development and growth of the undergraduate Environmental Economics & Sustainability (EES) major, (3) advise undergraduate students, particularly EES majors, and direct graduate student theses, (4) develop working relationships with scientists in other disciplines, and (5) communicate research results to relevant policy makers and stakeholders.

Starkville is a vibrant college town in northeast Mississippi, conveniently located within a few hours from the Gulf Coast and major cities including Birmingham, Memphis, New Orleans, and Atlanta. Recreational areas such as the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge, the Tombigbee National Forest, and Grenada Lake are nearby. Cost of living is approximately 18% lower than the national average (bestplaces.net), with home prices at approximately 65% of the national average. The city hosts several events including the Cotton District Arts Festival, the Magnolia Independent Film Festival, and Bulldog Bash. Visit www.starkville.org for more information on the city and its amenities.

Applications: Applicants must apply online at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu (Position# 505288). The application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts (social security numbers included on transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting), names and contact information for at least three professional references, and a statement (limited to two pages) describing the candidate’s research and teaching interests. Representatives of the Department will be available to meet with potential candidates at the ASSA 2023 Annual Meeting in New Orleans (contact Dr. Seong Yun seong.yun@msstate.edu). For more information about this position and the Department, contact Sean Fox (sean.fox@msstate.edu) or visit the department website. Review of applications will begin January 16, 2023. Applications will be accepted until a candidate is chosen.

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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