Ohio State University

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Andersons Endowed Chair in Agricultural Marketing, Trade, and Policy
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

The Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics (AEDE) seeks a scholar of economics to hold the Andersons Endowed Chair in Agricultural Marketing, Trade, and Policy. We encourage applications from economists working in international trade, agricultural economics and policy, agricultural marketing, or a related field. Candidates should have research at the forefront of their field and demonstrate a commitment to integrating research, extension/outreach, and teaching. Appointment to the endowed chair is pending Board of Trustees approval.

This faculty member will lead a program funded by the Andersons Endowed Chair. They will work as a current or emerging national leader, producing scholarly research and securing new grant or gift funding. They will teach and mentor undergraduate students and teach and advise graduate students conducting research on issues relevant to the program. They will also engage in extension and outreach with agricultural leaders, policymakers, organizations, and the public.

Performance Objectives
Conduct a distinguished independent research program, present findings at national and international meetings, secure external funding, and produce impactful publications.
Manage the Andersons Endowed Chair program and collaborate with others to accomplish program goals.
Develop an impactful extension and outreach program.
Teach one to two graduate or undergraduate courses per year.
Recruit, mentor, and advise graduate students.
Collaborate with university faculty and staff, OSU Extension, government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and community groups.
Serve the department, university, and professional communities.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:
Ph.D. in economics, agricultural and applied economics, public policy, or closely related degrees.
Demonstrated excellence in research on the economics of issues related to agriculture, marketing, trade, or policy.
Ability to achieve excellence in teaching and graduate advising.
Ability to conduct an effective individual extension and outreach program.
Ability to manage an endowed chair program effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with diverse academic and public audiences.
Demonstrated experience with teaching, recruiting, mentoring, and advising a diverse body of students.
A scholarly and professional record of sufficient strength to warrant tenure.

Desired:
Demonstrated success in securing external funding.
Demonstrated engagement with policymakers, industry, or the public through Extension, outreach, testimony, or public-facing research.
Demonstrated strength in teaching and graduate advising.

For application instructions and a list of required materials, visit:
https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Andersons-Endowed-Chair-in-Agricultural-Marketing--Trade--and-Policy_R160923

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and people with disabilities.