University of Nevada, Reno

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The Department of Economics at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a candidate for an Assistant Professor of Economics and Extension Specialist. The candidate is expected to build and lead a program of scholarly research, outreach, extension and teaching in one or more of the following areas: agricultural economics, natural resource economics, regional economics, development economics, and environmental economics; with specializations in agricultural ecosystems, economics of public lands, water economics, wildfire risk, invasive rangeland species, arid agricultural ecosystems. The candidate will be a Statewide Extension Specialist for economics, developing collaborative and applied research programs relevant to Nevada and the Great Basin. A PhD in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Applied Economics, or an equivalent field is required by July 1, 2016.

Apply online at https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/19053. Attach a cover letter, curriculum vita, and job market paper or research sample. Three reference letters should be submitted through the AEA’s JOE.

EEO/AA: Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Applications received by December 1, 2015 will receive full consideration, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. CONTACT: Kimberly Rollins (rollins@unr.edu), Department of Economics, Mail Stop 0030, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557-0030, U.S.A.