University of Maryland College Park

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Position Summary: The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics invites applications for a 9-month tenured or tenure-track position of Assistant or Associate Professor with a 60% research and 40% teaching appointment. We seek an applicant who will develop a distinguished program of research and teaching in labor economics, environmental economics, agricultural economics, or applied microeconomics, including but not limited to research in the economics of climate change, food and nutrition, food system organization, consumer economics, education, community development or related topics. The appointee is expected to develop an exemplary research program that serves the public interest at the state, national, or international level, and teach in the Department’s instructional programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, typically two courses per year. The position is a nine-month, tenure-track or tenured position at the rank of assistant or associate professor, with rank and salary commensurate with the candidate’s record.

Qualifications: Candidates should possess a doctorate in economics, or an equivalent field. Candidates at the associate professor must have a record of research with a demonstrable contribution to scientific knowledge and a record of excellence in teaching.

Application: Candidates must apply online to 1) https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/114797 and also to 2) JOE. Materials to be submitted through both sites include a current CV, cover letter, job market paper, a statement of research interests, a statement of public education and outreach interests, and three letters of recommendation.

Closing Date: Position open until filled. For best consideration, apply by November 20, 2023.


The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.