Utah State University

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The Department of Applied Economics at Utah State University seeks applicants for a full-time nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor Position in Natural Resource Economics. The position is a 50:45:5 division of effort between teaching, research, and service. There are opportunities, primarily through successful grant writing, to augment salary beyond the nine-month base salary. Estimated start date is August 1, 2022.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as serve on graduate student supervisory committees. Teaching responsibilities may include both face-to-face and online courses associated with degree programs in the Department of Applied Economics. The successful candidate will develop a nationally recognized research program in natural resource economics. Research areas such as water, land use, and other areas that complement department strengths and are related to natural resource issues in Utah and the intermountain west are preferred. The candidate will be expected to seek external funding to support a research program and to seek disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaborative opportunities with other faculty.

Minimum Qualifications:
• A Ph.D. in Economics, Applied Economics, Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics, or closely related field must be completed before beginning employment.
• Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior grant writing experience is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred