Working Title:

Associate/Full Professor - Mike Yanney CASNR Yeutter Institute Chair

College of Ag Sci & Nat Res-0787

F_240202

12/04/2024

01/31/2025

Yes

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is seeking applications for the Mike Yanney College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Yeutter Institute Chair position at the rank of associate or full professor. This 9-month (academic year), tenure-track appointment will contribute to the integrated research and teaching missions of a Land-Grant University. This position, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, has an apportionment of 60% research, 35% teaching, and 5% service.
The incumbent will serve as an effective scholar and citizen of the Department of Agricultural Economics, the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance, and the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and will support student recruitment and IANR science literacy.


The incumbent will focus on policy issues in international agriculture trade as influenced by trade agreements and the evolving nature of global supply chains to provide timely and useful information for policy makers and domestic firms with particular emphasis on the impact of changing global markets on Nebraska and the region.


The incumbent will develop a high-impact, nationally and internationally recognized research and teaching program in international trade and finance; seek and establish effective disciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations including effective integration with faculty in the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance; contribute to the growth of the undergraduate international trade minor; connect with stakeholders, agencies, and/or industry partners to strengthen research and educational programming; effectively obtain and leverage external and internal support (grants, fee revenue, etc.) for research and teaching activities; mentor graduate students; publish in high-quality, high-impact peer reviewed journals, and participate in scientific meetings and other appropriate professional activities; and translate research-based information into learner-centered products. This includes creating scholarly, innovative, and high impact learning programs and tools; identifying issues and opportunities focused on learner needs and emerging regional and national issues with international relevance; measuring the impact of your programs and communicating results to administrators, stakeholders, users, and media; and mentoring colleagues through professional development, translational research, grants, and professional writing.


The incumbent will be expected to average a 0.35 teaching FTE as determined by the CASNR Academic Appointment Guidelines, teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses on international agricultural trade and strategic trade policy. Specific course assignments may be changed over time based on the needs of the Department of Agricultural Economics.


In addition to the above-described duties, the individual will be expected to accept committee assignments, reporting responsibilities, and other special ad hoc assignments as requested at the administrative unit, college/division, Clayton Yeutter Institute, IANR, and/or university level.


Recognizing that diversity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is committed to creating learning, research, Extension programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms of diversity. Consistent with the
University's N2025 Strategic Plan, we see every person and every interaction as important to our collective well-being and our ability to deliver on our mission.


As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See
https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

• Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, or a related field at the time of employment.


• Demonstrated experience in International Agricultural trade and related areas of research and teaching.


• Experience and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and advising at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.

• Five (5) or more years of post-graduate experience conducting research in International Agricultural Trade.


• Demonstrated competitiveness and a high level of success through award of grant funding at various levels.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on communication with a variety of stakeholders.


• Demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.


• Expressed interest in participating in an interdisciplinary program combining aspects of economics, agriculture, and law.

Lincoln, NE

Click "Apply for this Job" and then "Faculty Application." Complete the application and attach the following documents:

1. A letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job; anticipated contributions to service, research, and teaching; and a statement describing your experience working in teams or groups and your anticipated contributions to creating environments in which every person and every interaction matters (6-page maximum). See
   https://ianr.unl.edu/tips-writing-about-commitment-to-deib for guidance in writing this statement.


2. Your curriculum vitae.


3. Contact information for three professional references.

Jodi Mackin


jmackin1@unl.edu

Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading

9 Month

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