The Department of Food, Agricultural, and Resource Economics (FARE) at the University of Guelph, Ontario Agricultural College, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in Food and Agribusiness Management. The anticipated start date is 1 July 2027.
Who can apply: applicants must have, or be close to completing, a PhD in agricultural economics, economics or a related field, with expertise in food and agribusiness management — including agribusiness, operations management, supply chain management, managerial economics, food marketing, consumer behaviour or finance. Candidates should show a strong or emerging record of original, high-quality publications, the potential to become a high-quality instructor and mentor, and the ability to secure external research funding.
Terms: the effort distribution is 40% teaching, 40% research and 20% service/outreach. The appointee is expected to build an externally funded research program, publish in leading agricultural economics journals, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students, and run an outreach program informing public and private sector decision-makers.
How to apply: apply through the University of Guelph careers portal (Requisition ID 2948) with a cover letter (maximum 3 pages), CV, names and contact information of three references, and a job market paper, addressed to Getu Hailu, Chair of FARE. Applications close 30 November 2026; assessment of applications begins 16 November 2026 and continues until the position is filled.
