JOE - October 2012

The Economics Department at Occidental College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2013. Occidental College is a national liberal arts college with a broadly diverse student body and faculty. Candidates must be committed to outstanding teaching and continuing scholarly activity. The successful candidate will teach five courses annually, possibly including introductory, intermediate, and/or upper-division courses. We encourage applications from strong candidates in international economics and/or economic development. For development economics, a regional interest in Asia or Latin America would be an asset. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Economics or expect to complete the degree requirements by August 2013.

Occidental College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to academic excellence in a diverse community and to supporting interdisciplinary and multicultural academic programs that provide a gifted and diverse group of students with an educational experience that prepares them for leadership in a pluralistic world. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates should submit online (preferably in PDF format) a letter of interest demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence in a diverse liberal arts environment, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and areas of teaching interest, a statement of research interests and plans for research work, a sample of scholarly work, a graduate transcript and teaching tallies/evaluations if available. Applicants should also ensure that three letters of reference are submitted, preferably online. The deadline for receipt of applications is December 1, 2012. Submit online materials to econ@oxy.edu. Mailing address, if necessary: Prof. Mary Lopez, Search Committee Chair, Department of Economics, Occidental College, 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles, CA 90041.