Greever Endowed Chair of Agribusiness Development Position Available In Knox, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is hiring for the Greever Endowed Chair of Agribusiness Development, a full-time position with a competitive salary. The successful candidate will lead Extension programs, publish in academic journals, secure funding, mentor students, and teach courses. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in agricultural economics or a related field. Apply by submitting required documents to Interfolio.
Job Description
Greever Endowed Chair of Agribusiness Development
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
in Knoxville, TN
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Full-Time
Posted:
04/11/2025
Category:
Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Description:
Position:
Open Rank Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics (12-month tenure-track, 100% Extension)
Subject:
Greever Endowed Chair of Agribusiness Development Department:
Agricultural and Resource Economics, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, https://arec.tennessee.edu/
Duties:
The successful candidate will be expected to: 1) develop a nationally- recognized Extension program focusing on one or more of the following: agribusiness development, entrepreneurship, and/or economic development; 2) publish in quality disciplinary and multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed journals and Extension publications; 3) acquire extramural funding; 4) mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate students; 5) a potential to teach a graduate or undergraduate course in the Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics, and 6) participate in the service activities of the Department, College, University, and profession. The expected start date is January 1, 2026.
Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related field; excellent communication skills; ability to work in disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.
Application Instructions:
Application:
To apply, please submit a letter detailing your interest in the position, curriculum vita, copy of graduate transcripts, and names and contact information for three references to Interfolio here. Direct any questions regarding the position to Dr. Andrew Muhammad, Search Committee Chair, Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics, amuhamm4@utk.edu. Screening of applicants will begin May 30, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or disability in its education programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)of 1990. Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the UTK Office of Human Resources, 600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN37996-4125.
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