Assistant Professor - Production Econometrics

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

84d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology (DAERS) in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Production Econometrics to join an environment of high-quality scholars dedicated to the discovery, education, and application of research-based knowledge. This position is a 9-month tenure-track, academic-year appointment with an allocation of 40% teaching and 60% research, as well as service to the Department, College, and University. The expected start date is August 16, 2027.

Requirements

Ph.D. in applied economics, agribusiness, agricultural economics, economics, business economics, or a closely related field at the time employment begins.
Demonstrated excellence, or the potential for excellence, in research.
Dedicated interest in high quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Meet United States work eligibility requirements at the time the appointment begins and maintain eligibility throughout the term of employment.

Responsibilities

Develop an active, innovative, and externally funded research program that focuses on agricultural production problems using economic theory, econometrics, artificial intelligence, or other advanced analytic techniques.
Focus a substantive portion of research on applying valid underlying economic models to provide actionable advice for farmers.
Offer information on innovative solutions to agricultural data management.
Collaborate with faculty and professionals across the College of Agriculture.
Contribute to the strategic vision of the University and College through excellence in graduate education, innovative partnerships, community engagement, entrepreneurship, and world-class research efforts.
Teach three courses per year, including a master’s level applied econometrics class and, depending on candidate interests/preparation, an undergraduate or graduate level class in advanced database management, production economics, or quantitative methods. Courses are subject to change based on Department needs.