Assistant Professor of Agricultural Business/Economics

West Texas A&M University invites applications for a nine‑month, tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Agricultural Business and Economics in the Department of Agricultural Sciences. Responsibilities Teach a minimum of 9 hours per long semester, face‑to‑face and/or online. Contribute to a strong teaching program in agricultural economics/agribusiness, emphasizing at least one of the following areas: production/resource management, finance, international trade, policy, or management. Develop a research program in agricultural economics/agribusiness. Secure extramural funding for research and scholarly activities. Advise M.S. and Ph.D. graduate students in Agricultural Business and Economics. Publish research findings in refereed journals. Develop collaborative programs with scientists in other agencies, universities, and the agriculture industry. Develop strong industry relationships with agribusiness professionals in the region/state. Foster employment opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Agribusiness, or a closely related field. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Working knowledge and experience in crop and livestock industries. Academic or industry experience beyond the Ph.D. preferred. Commitment to an interdisciplinary team approach to education and research. Interpersonal skills and desire to establish working relationships with external constituents in allied agriculture industries. Demonstrated experience in securing external funding and scholarly publication. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and long‑term disability insurance packages. Optional retirement savings opportunities. Paid leave programs and 13–15 paid holidays each year. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas A&M University