Job Description
Posting Details Posting Detail Information
Working Title Rural Economic Development Faculty
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number 202400342F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $90,000-$100,000 plus comprehensive benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications
Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to
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Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit DARE centers its research, teaching and outreach activities in defined areas of excellence: agricultural education, agribusiness management and finance, livestock systems, consumer choice and the economics of water, land and environment. We are dedicated to, and appreciated for, engaging stakeholders in high-quality disciplinary and interdisciplinary research, as well as the ability to effectively communicate findings to the public and peers. Excellence in teaching and mentoring students is created with thoughtful and innovative curricular design, emphasizing experiential learning where appropriate and fostering student achievement. We strive for a positive and collaborative environment in which stakeholders are highly valued and supported.
Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes
% Research 20
% Teaching 30
% Service 50
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/11/2024
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/16/2025
Position End Date Position Summary This tenure-track Assistant Professor position is a full-time (9-month) faculty appointment.
The successful candidate will:
- Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program focused on agricultural and resource economics and/or regional development
- Publish in highly ranked peer-reviewed journals appropriate to the individual's research focus
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Topics are negotiable based on departmental needs and personal interests
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students (MS and PhD)
- Engage in service/outreach commensurate with interest, experience, and departmental needs.
- Help to co-lead the Regional Economic Development Institute
- Support efforts and partnerships aligned with the Regional Economic Development Institute (REDI) and CSU's new Economic Development Administration University Center
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Travel - around state to collaborate with Extension folks
Required Job Qualifications - Ph.D. in economics, agricultural and resource economics, regional development, or closely related field by August 1, 2025.
- Demonstrated interest in collaborating with Extension faculty in support of outreach programs focused on community, economic, and regional development, and how community development interacts with food systems, natural resources, and agricultural literacy.
Preferred Job Qualifications - Demonstrated interest and experience in recruiting, supervising, and advising graduate students.
- Evidence of proficiency in quantitative applied economic theory and analytical methods (e.g. spatial analysis, IO or CGE models, survey methods) related to agricultural and/or natural resource-based rural, regional, or community development.
- Experience or interest in teaching related to the following topics: principles of economics, labor, policy, econometric and data methods.
- Demonstrated interest in serving in outreach, leadership, and evaluation roles.
- Demonstrated success or interest in obtaining extramural funding.
- Evidence of or interest in interdisciplinary research.
- Research and outreach interest or experience working with local government, public finance, rural infrastructure programs, and/or public lands and tribal interests.
Special Instructions to Applicants Below is a list of documents required when applying. ***Note -
CSU's Principles of Community should be considered when framing the documents we are requesting:
- CV
- Cover letter addressing how the candidate meets each of the required and preferred qualifications (including research, engagement and mentorship philosophies) (limit to 4 pp.)
- A single example of published research or job market paper
- Contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The
Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,
titleix@colostate.edu .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,
oeo@colostate.edu .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,
oeo@colostate.edu .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the
Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement Ability to advance the department's commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
Search Contact kathy.bruce@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Outreach and Off-campus Education
Duty/Responsibility Facilitate discussions, coordinate community meetings, and share engaged research conducted by CSU and colleagues that can inform policymakers, provide content for key community programming, policy, and investment decisions and bridge DARE research to broader Extension programs in agriculture, food, and natural resources.
Percentage Of Time 40
Job Duty Category Resident Instruction
Duty/Responsibility Create content and teach classroom, remote (virtual) or hybrid courses aligned with economics, data analysis, labor, spatial/regional and policy curriculum offered by the department and partnering faculty.
Percentage Of Time 30
Job Duty Category Engaged Research
Duty/Responsibility In addition to publishing original research in high end agricultural, applied, regional and economic policy journals, the candidate will be expected to frame and communicate on more applied content and research programs that are developed and informed by field-based colleagues, community partners and public stakeholders.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Service
Duty/Responsibility Contribute to service needs of the department, as determined by the department head, and the broader profession.
Percentage Of Time 10 Colorado State University
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Local area, Remote job,