Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist - Livestock Economics

Job Description

Overview

Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology

Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist-Livestock
Economics

The College of Agriculture’s Departments of Agricultural Economics
and Rural Sociology and Animal Sciences (60/40 split between
departments) at Auburn University are seeking candidates for a
joint position of Assistant Professor and Extension
Specialist-Livestock Economics. This position will be housed in the
Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology (DAERS) on
the Auburn University campus in Auburn, AL. The incumbent will work
collaboratively with scientists in the Alabama Agricultural
Experiment Station (AAES) in pursuit of the Alabama Cooperative
Extension System (ACES) mission. ACES is the primary Extension
organization for Alabama A&M University and Auburn University.
ACES is dedicated to delivering relevant research-based educational
programs to improve the quality of life and economic well-being of
Alabamians. This position will provide Extension programming that
supports cattle producers across the state of Alabama. The
anticipated start date for the position is August 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

This is a 12-month tenure-track position with 75% Extension and 25%
research responsibilities. The successful candidate will develop
and lead a nationally recognized Extension program focused on
providing unbiased, research-based information on cattle production
management and markets in Alabama and the Southeast. Additionally,
their Extension program will support producer needs in public
policy discussions on cattle markets and livestock insurance
products. The successful candidate will be an integral part of both
the ACES Farm and Agribusiness team and the Animal Science and
Forages team, working closely with both teams to address
production, risk management, and marketing needs of cattle
producers. They will work with commodity groups, state/federal
agencies, and industry partners to improve the reach of educational
information to stakeholders.

Research responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
profitability analysis, price and market analysis, and adoption of
technology and management practices. The applied research program
will support Extension activities with a focus on production, risk
management, and marketing recommendations for cattle producers. The
successful candidate is expected to secure extramural funding in
support of their Extension and research programs, work with faculty
in a multidisciplinary team environment, recruit and train graduate
students, and publish research findings in refereed scientific
journals.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in agricultural economics, applied economics, agribusiness,
economics, business economics, or a closely related field at the
time employment begins. Successful candidates are expected to have
demonstrated excellence, or the potential for excellence, in
research and have a dedicated interest in high-quality Extension
education. Candidates must also meet United States work eligibility
requirements at the time the appointment begins and maintain
eligibility throughout the term of employment.

Application: To be considered for the position, candidates
must complete the online application and upload the
following:

• Cover letter that addresses Extension philosophy and research

plans

• Current curriculum vitae (CV)
• A job market paper (published or unpublished) that demonstrates

the candidate’s training, skills, and aptitude

• Copies of all academic transcripts
• Name, email and phone number for three (3) professional

references

Cover letter and CV should be uploaded under “resume”, and all
other documents should be uploaded under “additional documents”.
Only complete applications will be considered. Review of
applications will begin on January 11, 2027, and may continue until
the position is filled. Questions about this position should be
directed to Dr. Wendiam Sawadgo, Search Committee Chair, Email:
wendiam@auburn.edu .

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

N/A

Contract Type

Continuing

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