Position Description
The Department of Agricultural Economics seeks applications to the position of Senior Lecturer. The individual in this position will be expected to teach in the fall and spring semesters, approximately 3 – 4 courses each semester. The department has a large number of teaching needs at the undergraduate and graduate level including, but not limited to, introductory economics, agribusiness management, data analytics, marketing, and finance. There are also opportunities to advise student clubs and activities, and teach the courses associated with them. The mix of courses taught will depend on the interests and experiences of the selected candidate and the needs of the department.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in applied economics, business administration, or related field is required. Previous teaching experience is preferred.
Application Procedure
Please visit careers.purdue.edu. Required application documents include: 1) a cover letter including a statement of courses the candidate would be interested in teaching; 2) a complete CV; 3) statement of teaching philosophy; and 4) names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin on April 20th, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with education, training, and professional experience. An excellent fringe benefit package includes a retirement program, medical, and life and disability insurance.
The College
The Department of Agricultural Economics is an integral part of the College of Agriculture, one of the world’s leading colleges of agricultural, food, life, and natural resource sciences. The College is ranked third in the U.S. and sixth in the world in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. The College is deeply committed to the three land-grant missions (teaching, research, and extension), to international activities and perspectives that span all missions, and to excellence in all we do. The College has 11 academic departments, 279 faculty, 2896 undergraduate students, and 640 graduate students.
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