The Division of Applied Social Sciences (DASS) seeks applications
for a nine-month Assistant or Associate Professor tenure-track
position to support research (50%) and extension (50%) efforts with
the Agricultural Business and Policy Extension program.
The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and
Engagement's distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives,
communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and
responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our
dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with
researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs
that address the needs of Missourians including: educational
attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business
and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems.
For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please
visit https://extension.missouri.edu/
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The successful candidate will serve as a livestock market economist
for the Agricultural Business and Policy Extension program.
Responsibilities will include the development of a nationally
recognized extension and applied research program related to
livestock economics. The successful candidate will be expected to
work with animal science faculty to enhance animal science
technology research by examining the economic gains from technology
adoption. Price discovery in livestock markets, domestic demand
analysis, and livestock trade policy are additional areas that
could comprise a successful candidate's applied research agenda. In
addition to the research contributions, the successful candidate
will play a vital role in retaining relationships with Missouri's
livestock-related commodity organizations and legislators. A
successful candidate should be able to offer market outlook in
cattle, hog, poultry, and dairy markets to continue Mizzou's
reputation, complementing their other research areas.
Beyond collaborating with faculty in the Agricultural Business and
Policy Extension program, the position should support the
division's centers, such as the Food and Agricultural Policy
Research Institute (FAPRI) and Rural and Farm Finance Policy
Analysis Center (RaFF) on livestock market issues.
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS
All Extension Faculty, regardless of appointment category or type,
are expected to demonstrate competency in Communication,
Educational Programming and Knowledge of Subject Matter,
Inclusivity, Information and Education Delivery, Interpersonal
Relations, Knowledge of Organization, Leadership, Organizational
Management, and Professionalism.
Actively participate in professional development opportunities to
continuously improve skills and increase research-based knowledge
including interdisciplinary teams, committees and task forces. Work
with faculty and staff located in county offices, across program
disciplines and regions, with boards and organizations and other
campuses throughout Missouri with a positive outlook, high personal
standard of excellence, and passion for the mission, vision and
values of MU Extension.
Faculty may be expected to travel throughout Missouri and out of
state. Extension Faculty must work effectively, flexibly, and
independently, often with little guidance. Working evenings and
weekends is often required to meet the needs of learners, clients,
and stakeholders.
Faculty should collaborate across departments, programs, extension
units, university centers and external constituents. Faculty are
also expected to publish both research results in appropriate
disciplinary journals and extension curriculum. And to secure
grants, contracts and extramural funding to support their extension
and applied research activities.
The desired candidate will have current econometric methods and
economic theory and an understanding of Midwestern agriculture,
particularly livestock operations of various scales. This
candidate's research appointment will also bring the expectation of
building collaborations with other institutions and applying for
multi-institutional grants.
O ther duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the
mission and purpose of MU Extension.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural
Economics, or related field by the time of appointment.
Applicants will be evaluated on: Their ability to
communicate economic research to the public. Potential to develop
extension programs to meet industry demand. Ability to conduct and
publish applied research to solve relevant agricultural problems.
Ability to gather and participate in interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to work with industry stakeholders and government agencies
to discover needs and create projects to meet those needs.
Application Materials
Applications will be reviewed starting November 1, 2024. Review of
applications will continue until the position is filled.
Please visithttps://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings
and search for Job ID 53309to submit an application. All
applications must include a letter of interest in the position,
current Curriculum Vitae,relevant scholarship-related work
samples, contact information for three professional
references, and other supporting materials.
Specific inquiries regarding this position may be directed to
the search committee chair Professor Mallory Rahe (mallory.rahe@missouri.edu).
Other Information
University of Missouri, Columbia Campus: The University of Missouri,
Columbia (Mizzou) is the flagship campus of the University of
Missouri System and was established in 1839 as the first public
university west of the Mississippi. Mizzou is one of the nation's
top-tier Research 1 (R1) universities and a member of the
prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) .
University of Missouri is a nationally competitive, global
university and Missouri's largest public research university.
Mizzou is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law,
medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture, engineering and a
nuclear research reactor on one campus.
Columbia, Missouri: Columbia is consistently ranked among
the top small cities to live in America. A vibrant university town
located midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia offers
low cost of living, is home to nationally renowned public schools,
higher education, and excellent health care. University of Missouri
Health Care (UMHC) is an academic health care system operated by
the University of Missouri System. UMHC includes six hospitals and
offers more than 50 primary and specialty clinics. Columbia has
easy access to airports from Columbia, St. Louis and Kansas
City.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure
each persons success. Contributions from individuals with diverse
backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual
pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in
learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our
university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and
expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of
teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and
applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated
ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis
of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex,
pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status
protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies
to all employment decisions including, but not limited to,
recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits,
disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit
https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the
Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.