Michigan State University
International Development Economist

The Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics at Michigan State University is seeking an Assistant Professor to join the Food Security Group (FSG) under the project titled "Strengthening Impact Assessment of the CGIAR" (SIAC). This is a fixed-term non-tenure system position based on campus.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will contribute to developing, testing, piloting and validating innovative methods for the collection and assembly of technology diffusion data, to institutionalizing the collection of data needed to conduct impact evaluations, and to writing reports, peer-reviewed publications, and other project deliverables. The candidate will provide intellectual and managerial leadership in implementing project activities and collaborate with partners and international organizations that generate farm level data on agricultural production and practices.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in Agricultural Economics or Economics; Excellent research and communication skills; International research experience is desirable.

APPLICATIONS/FURTHER INFORMATION: Applicants should see the full position description for Posting #7559 at https://jobs.msu.edu. Review of applications begins April 29, 2013, and continues until the position is filled.

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

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