About this opportunity
California Polytechnic State University lists this Assistant/Associate Professor, Agricultural Economics opportunity in san luis obispo, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant/Associate Professor, Agricultural Economics
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Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Probationary, Full Time, Faculty - Agriculture
The Agricultural Business Department (AGB) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a full‑time, academic year, tenure‑track Assistant/Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics starting approximately August 12, 2027. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities
Teach two or more of the following topics: agricultural economics, agricultural finance, agricultural policy, agricultural data analytics, and agricultural management, including basic and intermediate courses.
Develop relationships with stakeholders in California’s agricultural industries; collaborate with other departments in the college and with other colleges at Cal Poly.
Supervise undergraduate senior projects and advise student clubs and national competition teams.
Engage in scholarly activities, including research, grant writing, publications, and presentations; collaborate with undergraduate students.
Provide service on department, college, and university committees and on state, national, and professional organizations.
Required Qualifications
Earned Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Resource Economics, Economics, Business Administration, Management, or a closely related field. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered with proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to the start of the appointment.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching, effective communication, interpersonal skills, and teamwork. Proficiency in written and oral use of English is required.
Potential to secure external funding and publish research.
Ability to interact well with peers, students, industry partners, and the general public.
Commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching and ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings.
Strong interest in undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Commitment to fostering inclusive, equitable, and supportive learning environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Applied and innovative research background with clear application to California agriculture.
Industry experience, university‑level teaching experience, record of successful academic research, and demonstrated ability to generate external funding.
Equal Opportunity Statement
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment ensures that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Special Conditions
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
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Worksite address
san luis obispo, CA, 93403, US
Who can apply
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