Senior Research Economist and Associate Director
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND
Full-time
Research & Development
Posted on November 25, 2024
Description & Details:
Senior Research Economist and Associate Director (10-month)
The Agricultural Risk Policy Center (ARPC) at North Dakota State University invites applications for a non-tenure track position as Associate Director at the rank of Associate or Full Research Professor. This appointment offers a dynamic leadership opportunity for an individual passionate about driving innovative research and shaping agricultural policy on a national scale. The Associate Director will be crucial in directing a cutting-edge research initiative focused on evaluating and enhancing agricultural risk management policies in the United States.
The Associate Director will work closely with the ARPC Director to set the strategic direction of the Center's research agenda. This collaborative role involves guiding the development of predictive models for agricultural risk management policies, overseeing policy evaluation efforts, and delivering timely near-time analyses to help policymakers respond to market disruptions. The Associate Director's input will be integral to the success of the Center's mission to inform U.S. agricultural policy with data-driven insights.
A vital part of this position is collaborating daily with the Director to ensure the smooth execution of research projects, secure external funding, and establish partnerships with policymakers and agricultural institutions. The Associate Director will also lead efforts to expand the Center's influence by producing policy reports that provide actionable recommendations for decision-makers. In this role, the Associate Director will help bridge the gap between academic research and policy implementation, ensuring ARPC findings drive meaningful changes in agricultural risk management.
The Associate Director will provide day-to-day oversight of research teams, mentor junior researchers, and foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovative approaches to problem-solving. The Associate Director will report directly to the ARPC Director and work closely with them to secure external funding for research projects, ensuring the sustainability and growth of ARPC initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity for a driven individual to shape the future of agricultural policy research. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and supportive team that delivers high-impact research that directly informs U.S. agricultural policy.
Key Responsibilities:
Commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.
Diversity Statement:
NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .
Senior Research Economist and Associate Director (10-month)
The Agricultural Risk Policy Center (ARPC) at North Dakota State University invites applications for a non-tenure track position as Associate Director at the rank of Associate or Full Research Professor. This appointment offers a dynamic leadership opportunity for an individual passionate about driving innovative research and shaping agricultural policy on a national scale. The Associate Director will be crucial in directing a cutting-edge research initiative focused on evaluating and enhancing agricultural risk management policies in the United States.
The Associate Director will work closely with the ARPC Director to set the strategic direction of the Center's research agenda. This collaborative role involves guiding the development of predictive models for agricultural risk management policies, overseeing policy evaluation efforts, and delivering timely near-time analyses to help policymakers respond to market disruptions. The Associate Director's input will be integral to the success of the Center's mission to inform U.S. agricultural policy with data-driven insights.
A vital part of this position is collaborating daily with the Director to ensure the smooth execution of research projects, secure external funding, and establish partnerships with policymakers and agricultural institutions. The Associate Director will also lead efforts to expand the Center's influence by producing policy reports that provide actionable recommendations for decision-makers. In this role, the Associate Director will help bridge the gap between academic research and policy implementation, ensuring ARPC findings drive meaningful changes in agricultural risk management.
The Associate Director will provide day-to-day oversight of research teams, mentor junior researchers, and foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovative approaches to problem-solving. The Associate Director will report directly to the ARPC Director and work closely with them to secure external funding for research projects, ensuring the sustainability and growth of ARPC initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity for a driven individual to shape the future of agricultural policy research. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and supportive team that delivers high-impact research that directly informs U.S. agricultural policy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the Director to shape ARPC's research strategy, ensuring alignment with the Center's goals and mission.
- Lead the development of predictive models to assess the impacts of agricultural risk management policies using farm-level RMA data and advanced econometric methods.
- Oversee policy evaluation efforts to provide evidence-based recommendations on key agricultural risk management issues such as crop insurance participation and subsidy rates.
- Provide near-time policy analyses to address emerging agricultural market disruptions, working with the Director to ensure timely delivery of actionable insights to policymakers.
- Cultivate and manage partnerships with external stakeholders, including policymakers, agricultural institutions, and industry leaders, to expand the reach of ARPC research.
- Mentor junior researchers and manage research teams, ensuring high-quality research outputs and fostering a collaborative research environment.
- Work closely with the Director to secure external funding for ongoing and future research projects, ensuring the sustainability and growth of ARPC's initiatives.
Commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in econometric modeling and policy evaluation, particularly in the context of agricultural risk management programs.
- Significant experience working with farm-level RMA data or other comparable datasets, with a track record of producing empirical analyses that inform policy recommendations.
- Proven ability to lead research projects and manage research teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-impact research findings.
- Excellent communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively convey complex research results to policymakers, stakeholders, and academic audiences.
- A strong record of peer-reviewed publications in agricultural economics, risk management, or related fields, showcasing thought leadership in the sector.
- Proven success in securing external funding, particularly for large-scale research projects involving agricultural risk or policy analysis.
- Familiarity with U.S. agricultural policy frameworks, including crop insurance programs and agricultural risk management strategies, and experience collaborating with policymakers and industry leaders.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain institutional partnerships that enhance the visibility and impact of research findings.
- Advanced knowledge of statistical methods and econometrics, with an emphasis on their application in agricultural risk and policy contexts.
- Cover letter,
- Curriculum vitae,
- Statements of research interests and leadership experience,
- One (or at most two) published research papers and/or a job market paper, and
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
- Screening will begin 1/1/25
Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
- Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
- Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
- Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
- Superb Retirement Plan
- Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
- Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
- Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
- More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.
Diversity Statement:
NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .
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