Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Economics ,
University of Nebraska—Lincoln
I spend the majority of my day reading, staring at my computer writing, drinking coffee (while thinking), thinking, more reading, then some more writing.
CAREER
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$104,940
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+8.4% (as fast as the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Economics Teachers, Postsecondary Do
Teach courses in economics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Other Job Titles Economics Teachers, Postsecondary May Have
Economics Instructor, Economics Professor, Instructor, Professor
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as econometrics, price theory, and macroeconomics.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Doctoral degree (81%)
Doctoral degree
Post-master's certificate
Master's degree
Majors Related to Career
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Economics ,
University of Nebraska—Lincoln
Communication skills. I always feel that using your common sense goes a long way.
Getting Started
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College Students
Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Economics ,
University of Nebraska—Lincoln
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