University of Alberta

Position Title/Short Description

Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology (REES) invites applications for a full-time (12 month) academic teaching staff (ATS, Assistant Lecturer) position in Agricultural Economics. The initial term will be 2 years (T12 full time), with the possibility of renewal, conditional on excellent annual performance reviews. We are specifically interested in individuals with expertise in agricultural policy, micro-economic foundations in agricultural / environmental and resource economics and applications of economics to agriculture, food business management and environmental / resource issues. The successful candidate will provide leadership to our growing 12-month course-based master’s program by providing support for student recruitment, mentorship and program completion. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of university pedagogy, with a track record of teaching, and a desire to build a university career that is focused on programs for student learning.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD degree (or a PhD completed by August 2021) in the field of Agricultural Economics, Environmental and Resource Economics, Applied Economics, Agribusiness or a related field. Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate-level teaching and relevant teaching and student mentoring experience in classroom settings.

For a complete description and to apply see https://www.careers.ualberta.ca/Competition/A108945822/