Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Agricultural and Applied Economics

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Job Category:

Faculty

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks applications for a full‑time, 9-month, open rank faculty position (tenured or tenure‑track). We invite scholars with a Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Applied Economics whose research centers on U.S. energy markets.

The position will contribute to a University-wide cohort of new faculty specializing in either (1) the foundations of Western thought or (2) free-market solutions to societal challenges. As such, we seek candidates with a strong emphasis on free‑market mechanisms, market liberalization, competition, and the role of policy in shaping private-sector behavior. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an outstanding research record or exceptional research potential, a commitment to high-quality teaching, the capacity to contribute to UW-Madison’s mission as a leading center for economic research and public engagement, and to advance our University’s commitment to intellectual diversity and healthy civil discourse.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Research Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a rigorous, externally funded and visible research agenda that advances understanding of U.S. energy markets and resources including electricity, oil, natural gas, nuclear, solar, wind and emerging energy technologies through the lens of market-based frameworks. Relevant areas may include, but are not limited to:

• Market structure, competition, and deregulation in energy industries,
• Price formation, volatility, and investment incentives in competitive energy markets,
• The interaction between environmental/energy policy and market behavior,
• Private-sector innovation and entrepreneurial responses to energy transitions,
• Regional and national energy market integration and transmission policy.

 

Teaching Responsibilities

Teaching duties will include undergraduate and graduate courses in energy economics, natural resource economics, institutional economics, and/or related fields aligned with the candidate’s expertise. The successful candidate will supervise Ph.D. dissertations; mentor students pursuing careers in academia, government, and industry; and contribute to curriculum development in areas connected to energy and environmental markets. Excellence in teaching and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive and effective instruction are expected.

Service and Engagement Responsibilities

The position includes service to the department, college, and university appropriate to rank. The successful candidate is expected to engage in outreach and policy discussions at the regional or national level, fostering dialogue regarding the operation, design, and performance of U.S. energy markets, including the role of market mechanisms, market liberalization, competition, and policy in shaping private-sector behavior. Meaningful engagement with research centers, interdisciplinary initiatives, or industry partners is welcomed.

Department:

Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (https://aae.wisc.edu/)

Compensation:

Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)

Required Qualifications:

Successful candidates will have a record of or demonstrate potential for:

• Research in energy and natural resource economics and policy centering on U.S. energy markets, with a strong emphasis on free‑market mechanisms, market liberalization, competition, and the role of policy in shaping private-sector behavior.
• Publishing in leading peer‑reviewed journals.
• Securing competitive external funding.
• Excellence in teaching and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive and effective instruction.
• Graduate student training/mentoring.
• Commitment to academic service, public engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional integrity.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Applicants at any rank are encouraged to apply. At the rank of Associate or (full) Professor the selected candidate's qualifications must be sufficient to meet the requirements for tenure in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison by the position start date.

All requirements must be met by position start date

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates whose work uses empirical, theoretical, or mixed-method approaches to evaluate how markets allocate resources and foster innovation in the energy sector.

Education:

Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Applied Economics required.

About the Department and Institution:

The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at UW–Madison is internationally recognized for its research and teaching in agricultural, environmental, community and development economics. Faculty collaborate across disciplines to address complex global and local challenges.

UW–Madison is located in Madison, Wisconsin—an innovative and vibrant city frequently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. The university seeks to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment for different viewpoints and values community engagement.

How to Apply:

Apply online at "Jobs at UW" (http://jobs.wisc.edu). Applications must be received through UW-Madison's online application system.

Applicants must upload the following information as a single PDF document:

1) Cover letter detailing interest and relevant training/experience for this position (1-page)

2) Curriculum vitae

3) Statements of:

• Teaching and mentoring philosophy and experience (1-page limit)
• Research experience and interests with a description of current and planned research (3-5 page limit).

In addition, applicants will be asked to secure three letters of recommendation.  

The deadline for assuring full consideration is November 2, 2026; however, the position will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Contact Information:

For questions about position details please contact:
Dominic Parker - Professor - [email protected] 

For questions about application status/updates, or technical assistance please contact:
Megan Sullivan - Human Resources - [email protected]

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