University of Missouri-Columbia

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The Division of Applied Social Sciences at the University of Missouri invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position at the Associate Professor or Professor level. The successful candidate will lead efforts related to agricultural finance as Director of the Rural and Farm Finance (RaFF) policy analysis center (https://raff.missouri.edu/), which provides analysis of regional farm finances and related policy issues. A primary focus of this position is to inform policymakers about the state of agricultural finances and the impacts of safety net programs and other public policies. This research and extension program complements the traditional policy work provided by the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI), the long-standing center that has provided Congress with objective policy analysis for the past four decades.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in agricultural or applied economics or a related social sciences discipline.

Screening will begin November 1, 2023, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To view the full posting, requirements, and to apply, visit: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings, Job ID 48160.

Applications must include a letter of interest, current CV, relevant scholarship-related work samples, contact information for three professional references, and other supporting materials. Specific inquiries may be directed to Patrick Westhoff (westhoffp@missouri.edu).