JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2014 - January 31, 2015

Texas A&M University

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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Agricultural Economics
Assistant Professor and Extension Economist

JOE ID Number: 2014-02_111451009
Date Posted: 08/29/2014
Date Inactive: 11/01/2014
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Assistant Professor and Extension Economist
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: College Station, Texas, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: Q1 -- Agriculture
Keywords:
Community Economics and Business Development
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Responsibilities involve statewide leadership and coordination for Extension education programs and applied research in Community Economics and Business Development by providing technical expertise and educational program development for audiences such as entrepreneurs/businesses and current and future community leaders and planners, taxing authorities, regional and state leaders, health systems, other agencies, and clientele including trade associations,media, and federal and state employees working with Texas communities and businesses. Responsibilities require individual and team efforts to plan, develop, implement and evaluate curricula, extension education programs, and applied research related to economic development issues facing communities, businesses and other industry clientele. Educational program delivery will include Extension and peer reviewed publications, workshops, conferences, electronic and mass media releases. Travel in- and out-of-state is necessary to fulfill job responsibilities. A PhD degree in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Business, Regional Planning, or closely related field required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in extension, research, or similar work within industry and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, cooperate as a team member, lead applied research efforts, and demonstrate a willingness to be
heavily involved in outreach education with constituency groups.

Application Requirements:
  • Letters of Reference
  • Transcripts
  • CV
  • Cover Letter
Application deadline: 11/01/2014
  • Application Deadline Has Passed