A recent survey in The Scientist magazine rated Purdue University as having the best work environment of any university in the country. Purdue was recognized for offering faculty the best combination of research support, infrastructure and other benefits.

Soon, many new faculty members will have the opportunity to work in our top-ranked academic environment. Purdue’s College of Agriculture has undertaken an ambitious goal of hiring as many as 60 new faculty positions over the next five years.

This unprecedented growth is by design. We plan to increase the economic competitiveness of Indiana’s economy through the efforts of our academic research institution. These new hires will work in multi-disciplinary groups, seeking to advance our food, health, agriculture and natural resources systems.

While many universities across the nation are cutting back due to the weakened economy, Purdue is investing in the future. By combining the efforts of bright, new faculty with one of the best work environments in the country, we are leading the way in technological discovery and the creation of a new economy for the citizens of Indiana.

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