What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Research Economist / Research Asst Professor - (2956335) position at North Dakota State University?
Position Information
Description & Details : The Agricultural Risk Policy Center (ARPC) at North Dakota State University invites applications for a Junior Research Economist at the rank of Research Assistant Professor. This position targets recent Ph.D. graduates or early-career professionals with strong technical skills in agricultural economics, applied economics, or related fields. The role offers an exciting opportunity to conduct innovative research focused on agricultural risk management, market disruptions, and policy analysis.
The successful candidate will work on high-level economic research, developing advanced econometric and statistical models to produce actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders. This position emphasizes technical expertise, particularly in econometrics, data analysis, and agricultural policy. The position is well-suited to individuals looking to establish themselves in academic and policy research, with the potential to become permanent after a third-year review, depending on satisfactory performance. Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule : March 16, 2025, or as negotiated.
Advertised Salary :
Commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications :
- Ph.D. in agricultural economics, applied economics, economics, or a closely related field by the start date.
- Strong technical skills in econometrics, statistical analysis, and experience with large datasets.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex research findings to diverse audiences, including policymakers and stakeholders.
- A track record (or evidence of potential) of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Ability to work effectively in collaborative research settings.
Preferred Qualifications :
Applicant Materials Required :
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NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits :
About Us :
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
No Smoking Notice :
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO / AA Statement :
Diversity Statement :
NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.
Veteran’s Preference Notice :
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.
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