Goucher College

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The department of economics invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin August 2016. The successful candidate will teach macroeconomics at the principles and intermediate level, econometrics, and an elective; contribute to college-wide programs; and be committed to teaching and scholarship in a liberal arts environment. We are seeking a person who has a strong commitment to teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds and who have experience working in a multicultural environment.

The teaching load is three courses per semester. Ongoing scholarly research, as well as service to the department and college, are also expected.

The position requires the completion of a Ph.D. before the time of appointment, as well as previous teaching experience. Goucher College, while maintaining its traditional commitments to the liberal arts, inclusivity and sustainability, is in the process of implementing a new academic strategic plan based on engaged learning and mentoring students. We seek candidates who understand and share these values.

Located twenty minutes north of Baltimore, MD, Goucher College is reimagining liberal arts education through its commitment to social justice, study abroad, academic excellence, and global citizenship. Among the 40 Colleges that Change Lives, and ranked first in the nation for study abroad programs, we encourage innovation both inside and outside the classroom, and we offer a rich and rewarding experience both for students and for faculty and staff. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our community and encourage applicants who will support that mission.

Review of applications will begin October 2, 2015 and the deadline for submission is November 2, 2015. Interested applicants must apply online at http://goucher.interviewexchange.com.

Please submit the following application materials online:
• CV
• Cover letter
• Statement of scholarly interests
• Statement of teaching interests, areas of expertise, evidence of teaching effectiveness and teaching philosophy

Three letters of recommendation and official graduate transcripts should be forwarded separately to: Economics Department Search, Provost’s Office, Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road, Baltimore, MD 21204-2794. Alternatively, PDF versions of recommendations and transcripts can be emailed to the Provost’s Administrative Assistant, Gigi Greenfield, at rgreenfi@goucher.edu

Goucher College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.