Assistant Professor (Research & Extension)

The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics ( ARE) embodies excellence in research, teaching, and Extension in the economics of agriculture and the economics of natural resources and the environment. Dedicated, student-focused faculty teach diverse courses and nurture industry connections to help students pursue rewarding careers. Researchers engage students in relevant, applied research. Extension specialists and associates conduct research-based education and training activities that benefit local and global communities.

ARE offers undergraduate major and minor programs in agricultural business management and a concentration in biological sciences business management within the agricultural business management program. At the graduate level, the department offers a Master of Science degree and a Master of Economics degree, and a Ph.D. degree in economics. These instructional programs are enriched by faculty members with Extension and research activities, which contribute to the relevance and thoroughness of the teaching program.

ARE is part of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, which conducts outstanding research, teaching, and Extension programs and plays a vital role in North Carolina agriculture, food and fiber systems, environmental quality enhancement, and economic development. ARE is housed in Nelson Hall along with the Poole College of Management ( PCOM) on the North Carolina State University ( NCSU) Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics ( ARE) in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS) at North Carolina State University invites qualified applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position in agricultural economics. This position will be split 50% Research and 50% Extension. This is a 9-month/academic year-based appointment.

As an Assistant Professor you will have an opportunity to establish and maintain an innovative, integrated research and Extension program in food-animal economics that addresses important economic issues facing North Carolina's animal agriculture industries and supports the goals of the North Carolina Food Animal Initiative. There will be additional collaborations across NC State through the North Carolina Food Animal Initiative, an interdisciplinary effort addressing challenges and opportunities facing the state's animal agriculture industries. Relevant areas of focus may include production economics; contracting, vertical integration and coordination; industry structure and supply chains; animal health and biosecurity; technology adoption and innovation; consumer and food markets; and policy issues affecting the profitability and competitiveness of animal agriculture.

Key responsibilities:

We invite candidates whose research programs complement and build upon the existing expertise of ARE faculty and, where appropriate, faculty across other departments. NC State University welcomes candidates who will contribute to the excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, service, and professional experience.

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As part of your application please attach the following:

1. Cover Letter
2. CV
3. Job Market Paper/Other Research Paper (other document 1)
4. Contact Information for Professional References

To ensure full consideration, we encourage all applicants to submit their materials by November 23, 2026. If you have specific questions about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Nick Piggott ( nick_piggott@ncsu.edu ).

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