- Academic / Faculty - 9 month
- Closing at: Sep 30 2026 - 23:55 CDT
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver nationally and internationally recognized teaching and research programs
- Teach at least two classes a year at the undergraduate and/or graduate level; the specific course appointments will be based on department needs and applicant’s areas of expertise
- Mentor undergraduate students and advise and direct research by graduate students
- Attract grant funds to support teaching and research programs
- Develop collaborative programs with other faculty, units, and departments at Kansas State University, and with allied industry organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Areas of teaching and research emphasis will be around risk management covering issues such as biosecurity, food safety, input markets, weather, macroeconomics, commodity markets, trade, and exchange rates. The Department is known for research and extension programs that address real-world problems in local, state, national, and global agriculture and agribusiness. More information on the Department can be found at www.ageconomics.ksu.edu.
The Department has a reputation for excellence in all three functions of the University’s land grant mission (teaching, research, and extension). The successful candidate is expected to be an active contributor to the Department’s teaching and research programs. The Department offers B.S. degrees in agricultural economics and agribusiness, an M.S. degree in agricultural economics, a Master of Agribusiness (MAB) degree, and a Ph.D. in economics with a specialization in agricultural economics. Currently, over 350 undergraduate and 100 graduate students are enrolled in our programs.
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Assistant Professor: Ph.D. or equivalent in agricultural economics, applied economics, or a closely related field.
Strong record of academic achievement, desire to develop a renowned research program, excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Associate Professor: Ph.D. or equivalent in agricultural economics, applied economics, or closely related field.
Experience in classroom instruction. Strong record of published research, excellent written and oral communication skills.
The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Assistant Professor: Research publications in peer-reviewed journals, experience in writing grant proposals, outreach activities, and demonstrated ability to initiate and advance projects with minimal supervision.
- Associate Professor: Established record of excellent research publications in peer-reviewed journals, success in obtaining grant funding, experience developing relevant extension programming, and demonstrated ability to initiate and advance projects with minimal supervision.
Other Requirements:
- Excellence in classroom teaching
- Research publications in the peer-reviewed press
- Experience in writing grant proposals
- Self-starting and independently motivated.
- Ability to advance project activities with a minimum of supervision
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
- Applicants should complete the application process through K-State’s Page-Up recruiting system at https://careers.k-state.edu to complete the application and upload the following:
(1) A letter of application that includes a statement of professional goals for teaching and research
(2) A complete curriculum vitae
(3) Transcripts of all university-level work
(4) Teaching evaluations if they are available
(5) A job market paper and/or sample research paper will be requested before an interview and can be submitted with the application.
(6) Three letters of reference should be arranged to be sent and received by the application deadline.
For best consideration, apply by September 30, 2026. However, screening of applications will continue until filled.
Commensurate with education, training, and experience.
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
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Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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