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The Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) seeks qualified candidates to work on multiple aspects of its research and activities under the Food Security Group (FSG). Appointments may support a range of funded projects and initiatives administered by AFRE/FSG.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree:
Doctorate
-PhD in Agricultural Economics or closely related field

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Agricultural Economics or closely related field
• At least 5 years of experience conducting collaborative research with policy research centers in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Latin America Demonstrated track record of peer review and other publishing with local collaborators
• Past experiences working with AFRE and FSG, either as a direct MSU employee or in close and extended collaboration with MSU/AFRE/FSG faculty

Desired

Qualifications:

• Direct work experience with at least three North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Latin America research institutions that have recently partnered with MSU/AFRE/FSG in its work.
• At least 10 years of experience conducting collaborative research with policy research centers in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Latin America Access to external funding to support appointment activities.

Required Application Materials:

• CV
• Cover letter

Review of Applications Begins On: 04/22/2026

Remote Work Statement: MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.