Position description
This is an 11-month tenure-track faculty position in agricultural finance in the Agricultural Economics Department (60% research, 40% teaching). The individual will conduct research on the economic viability and financial management of agricultural enterprises, including farm credit, risk management, and investment strategies. They will analyze the impact of agricultural policies, commodity markets, and land values on farm profitability and rural economies. Additionally, their work may involve developing financial tools and models to support decision-making for farmers, agribusinesses, and policymakers.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. degree in agricultural economics, economics, finance or closely related discipline. The successful candidate must be well trained in economic theory and quantitative techniques and have an ability to work with departmental and interdisciplinary university faculty groups, financial institutions, agribusinesses and governmental agencies. Effective communication skills, both written and oral, are essential.
Benefit Highlights
Salary and starting date
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will be filled by January 1, 2026, or as soon thereafter as the successful candidate is available. Contingent upon available funding.
About the Department
The Department of Agricultural Economics has over 600 undergraduate students, 50 M.S. and Ph.D. students, and 25 faculty. The department prides itself on excellence in all three areas of the Land Grant mission through research, teaching, and extension. For more information about the department, go to : https : / / agriculture.okstate.edu / departments-programs / agecon /
How to Apply and Required Documents
Application deadline
Review of applications will begin October 31 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Applicants are requested to submit their application materials at jobs.okstate.edu
To learn more about OSU Agriculture and Stillwater, visit these websites.
For more information about the position and department contact :
Dr. Cheryl S. DeVuyst, Professor and Department Head
Department of Agricultural Economics
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK 74078-6026
(405) 744-6161
cheryl.devuyst@okstate.edu
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Assistant Professor Of Finance • Stillwater, OK, US