Adjunct Assistant Professor Of Economics Of Agriculture Processing And Contracts
Ames, IA
Full Time
R19914
Position Title
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Economics of Agriculture Processing and Contracts
Appointment Type
Faculty
Job Description:
The Department of Economics seeks to hire a non-tenure-track Adjunct Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics with interests in the economics of agricultural processing and agricultural contracts. The approximate division of responsibilities for this position is 15% research, 25% teaching, 55% extension and outreach, and 5% institutional service. The appointment term is three years, renewable upon satisfactory performance. The home college for the position is the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
The individual in this position is expected to develop a nationally recognized research and outreach program in the economics surrounding agricultural processing, including contract design and industrial organization. The research and outreach program will be expected to address critical issues for Iowa's evolving agricultural processing sector. The individual will maintain one or more active projects under the auspices of the Iowa Agriculture and Home Economics Experiment Station.
The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate across departments, extension units, and university centers. The research and teaching activities are envisioned to be synergistic with the outreach activities. A natural outcome of these activities will be applied outreach materials targeting producers, agribusiness professionals, and other relevant groups; original research in agricultural economics leading to publications in appropriate refereed journals and other professional outlets; and presentations at professional conferences. The successful candidate will be expected to generate extramural funds to support outreach and research activities. Opportunities will exist to serve on graduate academic plan committees. The candidate will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The teaching assignment is expected to be approximately 2 courses per year.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics or related field
Preferred Qualifications: Strong training in microeconomics and quantitative methods
Strong evidence of research interests in one or more of the following fields: agricultural processing, contract design, and industrial organization
Demonstrated ability to communicate economic ideas in public forums
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in extension and outreach
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in college teaching of commodity marketing and risk analysis
Demonstrated potential for accomplishment in research
Department/Program & College Description
The Department of Economics, with approximately 35 faculty, has a long tradition of excellence in education, research, and engagement with the community. Our undergraduate program is the academic home to about 500 students in three different majors. Our graduate program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in economics and agricultural economics, and has placed graduates in vital positions in academia, government, and industry throughout the world. Faculty research covers a broad spectrum ranging from theoretical analyses to applied policy studies. The department is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
The Iowa State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world's leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.
Central to Iowa State University's mission, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a collaborative, vibrant community of faculty, students and staff, committed to learning, research, and innovation. With 21 departments, one professional school, 49 majors, and over 20 cross- disciplinary programs, LAS faculty support student success and engage in pathbreaking research across a wide range of fields
Department Unit/Website
https://www.econ.iastate.edu/
Proposed Start Date
August 16, 2027
Proposed End Date or Length of Term
May 15, 2030
Number of Months Employed Per Year
09 Month Work Period
Time Type
Full time
Benefits and Perks: Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date
September 9, 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General Compensation Information
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
