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r Department: 3670010030 Agricultural Economics

Job no: 517536

Employment type: Post Doc (Term)

Location: Manhattan, Kansas

Worksite: On-site requirement

Categories: Agriculture, Business / Accounting / Finance, Research / Scientific / Grants

Pay Grade: 001

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About This Role:

The Department of Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University seeks to fill a 12-month postdoctoral, non-tenure track appointment in Agricultural Economics. The Department has a reputation for excellence in all three functions of the University\'s land grant mission (teaching, research, and extension). The candidate will investigate research problems and conduct high-end impactful research in the areas of community resilience, community development, social equity and/or applied behavioral analysis in the context of climate change, natural disasters and hazards, and extreme weather in Kansas. The candidate will engage in helping to develop and administer surveys, serious games and behavioral experiments; assist with community engagement and extension activities; and mentor undergraduate and graduate research assistants. The candidate will assist faculty and students involved in a large NSF funded project (Adaptive and Resilient Infrastructures driven by Social Equity (ARISE). More information about ARISE can be found at: https://nsfepscor.ku.edu/track-1-arise/.) by assisting with administration of community engagement activities and ensuring project milestones are met in a timely manner. The candidate will be under the supervision of Dr. Jason Bergtold.

Why Join Us:

The Department has a reputation for excellence in all three functions of the University\'s land grant mission (teaching, research, and extension). The Department of Agricultural Economics offers B.S. degrees in agricultural economics and agribusiness, an M.S. degree in agricultural economics, a Master of Agribusiness (MAB) degree, and a Ph.D. in agricultural economics. Currently, about 350 undergraduate and 50 graduate students are enrolled in our on-campus programs. Another 90 students are enrolled in the MAB degree program. More information on the Department can be found at https://www.ageconomics.k-state.edu/.

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be mostly performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location. Visit this link for K-State\'s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are re quired for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

What You\'ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed or nearing completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent in applied economics, agricultural economics, applied behavioral psychology, geography, sociology, rural sociology, urban planning or closely related field.
• Strong statistical, econometric and/or geospatial analysis skills.
• Strong interest or experience community engaged research, extension.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: statistical and econometric software packages, database management, GIS, and computer programming.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to excellence in research and outreach, excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to expanding and fostering diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with community engaged research, extension and/or community engagement activities.

Research publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Experience with survey development and administration, applied behavioral psychology or behavioral economics experimental methods,