PURPOSE:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our research team.
This role involves modeling the impacts of socioeconomic shocks and state and federal policies on the
agricultural sector and rural communities, evaluating the adoption of sustainable business practices, and
assessing the rural community's needs. The successful candidate will contribute to high-impact research
aimed at informing policy and improving livelihoods in rural landscapes. The position is full-time, with
funding available for one year and possibly for renewal, depending on performance and funding availability.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct research under the direction of the supervisor, collect and manage data, perform data analysis and develop econometric models.
Draft high-quality manuscripts for journals and assist in securing grants.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Applicants must have a PhD degree in agricultural economics, experimental economics, or related fields by appointment.
Strong skills in econometric modeling.
Good at both written and oral communication.
Deep understanding of rural U.S.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in survey design, interview, and implementation.
Willing to work in a team environment.
Knowledge of behavioral economics and design.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledgeable in rural policy and impact analysis.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is
subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since
no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of
a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the
changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility

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