JOE - September 2012

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) Department of Economics and Finance is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Economics (Position R99622) to begin Fall 2013. Fields of specialization are open, but in addition to courses in the area of specialization, the new faculty member will be expected to teach one or more of the following courses in both our day and evening programs during a typical year: statistics, principles of microeconomics, principles of macroeconomics, or managerial economics. The university expects instructional excellence and scholarly output appropriate for a school with AACSB accreditation of its undergraduate and MBA programs.

UALR is a metropolitan university located in Little Rock, the capital and the governmental and financial center of the State. The Department of Economics and Finance is housed in the College of Business. The city enjoys a moderate climate, a moderate size population, a diverse terrain, and a myriad of cultural and sports activities.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should have a PhD in Economics or should have completed all degree requirements by commencement of employment.

To apply, submit a letter of application (reference Position R99622) and detailed vita along with research papers, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching ability to: Dr. Andy Terry, Chair, Department of Economics and Finance, College of Business, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock AR 72204. Electronic submissions preferred to: econ-finance@ualr.edu referencing Position R99622 in the subject line. The department will interview candidates at the AEA conference. The position is open until filled. For additional information call (501) 569-8872.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal and financial history background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of women, minorities and individuals with disabilities. Persons hired must provide proof of legal authority to work in the United States. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure.

To apply, submit a letter of application (reference Position R99622) and detailed vita along with research papers, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching ability to: Dr. Andy Terry, Chair, Department of Economics and Finance, College of Business, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock AR 72204. Electronic submissions preferred to: econ-finance@ualr.edu referencing Position R99622 in the subject line. The department will interview candidates at the AEA conference. The position is open until filled. For additional information call (501) 569-8872.