Research Professional - Social Science Multidisciplinary

Job Summary

This is a 75% time, temporary appointment (approximately 5 months) in the Department of Applied Economics, Twin Cities Campus, University of Minnesota. The start date is negotiable but no later than 8/1/26. This position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship and does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

• Develop, design, and conduct nationally or internationally recognized research in environmental economics and policy analysis, with a primary focus on water resource issues. Research topics may include, but are not limited to: evaluation of programs to ensure safe drinking water, valuation of ecosystem services, effectiveness of agricultural conservation practices, and technology adoption. Research may involve data collection via surveys as well as merging complex secondary datasets.
• Publish research results in peer‑reviewed disciplinary and interdisciplinary scientific journals.
• Develop reports, summaries, presentations, and other materials to disseminate research findings to relevant non‑academic audiences.
• Lead, co‑lead, or collaborate on multi‑investigator projects involving researchers in the Department of Applied Economics or other experts across the College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences and the broader University.
• Secure extramural funding from federal sources (e.g., USDA‑NIFA, NSF, EPA, USGS), state sources (e.g., LCCMR, state agencies), and other sources (e.g., nonprofit organizations).
• Contribute to efforts fostering inclusive excellence in the Department, College, University, and profession at large.

• Ph.D. in agricultural economics, applied economics, economics, or related discipline with a substantial research and publication record.
• Evidence of publishing research in peer‑reviewed field and interdisciplinary journals.
• Evidence of securing extramural funding from governmental, non‑governmental, or private sector organizations.
• Experience leading and collaborating in multi‑investigator projects.
• Experience with statistical and model development software including Stata, R, Python, and MATLAB.

• At least ten years of experience conducting research in environmental economics.
• Rigorous training in applied microeconomic theory with a specialization in environmental economics.
• Rigorous training in applied econometrics focusing on applied microeconomics.
• Potential for success working with multi‑disciplinary research and Extension teams.
• Evidence of working effectively with culturally diverse audiences.
• Evidence of commitment to the University's goal of creating a positive and inclusive campus climate.
• Exemplary communication skills for professional and non‑professional audiences.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with faculty and other researchers.

Pay Range: $112,000 to $122,000 annually; depending on education, qualifications, and experience.
Time Appointment: 75% Appointment.
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off; continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program; low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts;
University HSA contributions; disability and employer‑paid life insurance; employee wellbeing program; excellent retirement plans with employer contribution;
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity; financial counseling services; employee assistance program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost; employee transit pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered, click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions, providing a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing the "My Job Applications" page and uploading files.

Review of applications will begin on 7/23/26. Applications received after this date may not receive full consideration.

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