Assistant/Associate Professor for Applied Economics

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is hiring an Assistant/Associate Professor in Applied Economics for a 9-month, tenure track position. The role involves developing course content in agribusiness and applied economics, focusing on data science, and leading the Department’s Analytical Survey Laboratory. Candidates should have a strong research record and experience in programming languages like Python and R. Teaching excellence and service involvement are also required.
Posting Details



Classification Information



Classification Type

EHRA



Position Overview



Primary Purpose of Position



The Department of Agribusiness, Applied Economics and Agriscience
Education is seeking candidates for a 9-month, tenure track
position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Applied Economics,
with a promising record of applied economic research in
agricultural, food, resource, or environmental economics. The
faculty member will be responsible for developing and delivering
course content in agribusiness and/or applied economics with
primary emphasis in data science and analytics (Big Data),
statistical/econometric and computational methods, demonstrated
Python, Stata, R, and/or SAS programming experience as well as
developing a quality academic research program with a promising
refereed publication record. Prospective candidates are also
expected to assist with the leadership of the Department’s
Analytical Survey Laboratory, to provide knowledge of qualitative
and quantitative methods with applications of Big Data analytics,
and to provide analytic expertise to expand the Department’s
research portfolio. Excellence in teaching and curriculum
development is required with strong consideration of
first-generation and diverse student populations. Continuous
service involvement with the profession, Department, College,
University, and Community are also expected.



Primary Function of Organizational Unit



North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is
ranked #1 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities
(HBCUs). The College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (
CAES ) at NC A&T is the largest college of Agriculture among
HBCUs and top producer of African Americans with degrees in
Agriculture and second national supplier of minority admits in
Veterinary Medicine. CAES has a rich history of innovation and
application of cutting-edge technology across its four academic
departments: Department of Agribusiness, Applied Economics and
Agriscience Education; Department of Animal Sciences; Department of
Family and Consumer Sciences; and Department of Natural Resources
and Environmental Design. Within these departments, students are
offered a myriad of opportunities for classroom learning, research
and field work. In addition, the college’s research and
experiential learning are strengthened by non-academic units,
including the University farm and the center for Excellence in
Post-Harvest Technologies at the North Carolina Research campus.
Through its Agricultural Research and Cooperative Extension
Programs, CAES conducts research on issues of national importance
and provide research-based extension training and services to
citizens, communities and industry partners across the state of
North Carolina.



The Department offers two undergraduate degrees, a B.S. in
Agricultural and Environmental Systems (Agribusiness and Food
Industry Management) and a B.S. in Agricultural Education with two
concentration areas in Agricultural Professional Service and
Secondary Education. The BS in Agricultural Education has been
nationally recognized as 2nd in the nation for affordable online
programs by AffordableSchools.net and is one of the earliest
integrators of educational technologies. The Department also offers
a Master of Science degree in Agricultural and Environmental
Systems (Agribusiness and Food Industry Management) and a Master of
Science degree in Agricultural Education with two concentration
areas in Professional Licensure and Professional Service. The
Department is also uniquely positioned to facilitate research and
outreach programming through its international agricultural
education and outreach programming, which has sent several faculty,
students, and staff abroad to countries such as Canada, Belize,
China, and Africa through USDA -sponsored projects. The Department
also houses an International Trade Center and an Applied Survey
Laboratory, which facilitate research and outreach activities for
small businesses and small farm operations throughout North
Carolina, as well as qualitative and quantitative research
analyses. Ultimately, we seek applicants to contribute to the
fulfillment of the Department’s vision, which is to uphold the
land-grant mission by preparing North Carolinians and the greater
global community with an education in agribusiness, applied
economics, and agricultural education, a capacity to conduct and
interpret interdisciplinary research involving agricultural and
social sciences, and an ability to engage, build, and strengthen
farming/rural and urban communities.



Minimum Requirements



All candidates must hold a Ph.D. in agricultural/applied economics,
economics, agribusiness, or a related field by the time of
appointment.



Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education



Candidates must show accomplishments in quantitative methods and
the potential for building a strong research and teaching program
in econometrics and/or business data analytics.



Required License or Certification



Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies.



Position Information



Working Title

Assistant/Associate Professor for Applied Economics



Position Number

001150



Recruitment Salary Range

commensurate with education and experience



FLSA

Exempt



Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time



Tenure Track

Yes



FTE

40 hours/week, 9 months



If Time Limited, Appointment Length



Organizational Division

Agribusiness,App.Econ. &Agricsc.Ed



Organizational Location

College of Ag & Environ Sciences



Organizational Unit

Agribusiness,App.Econ. &Agricsc.Ed



Posting Detail Information



Posting Number

EPA2711



Open Date

06/17/2025



Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until
Filled



Open Until Filled

Yes



Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions
remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept
applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by
this date will receive full consideration, applications received
after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status
of the search



Date Position Available

August 2026



Special Instructions to Applicant



You must complete and submit an electronic application for
employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu
of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking
Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of
Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during
the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are
subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North
Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment
will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T
State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual
identity.



Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees
include the following and more;


Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life
Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more



This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.
A&T employees are generally required to reside in North
Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.




Quick Link

https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/37570




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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Letter of Interest
Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts

Optional Documents

Letter of Reference 1
Letter of Reference 2
Letter of Reference 3
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
(DD-214)
Other Document
Other Degree - Copy of transcripts