Carthage College

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Assistant Professor of Economics

The Economics Department at Carthage College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position commencing August 2017. A Ph.D. is preferred, but ABD will be considered with Ph.D. required at time of appointment. While outstanding candidates with any specialization will be considered, preferred fields include behavioral, environmental, and international economics. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, plus a January term course two of every three years. The successful candidate will help the department deliver its core curriculum, mentor students in undergraduate research, teach courses in his or her areas of specialization, teach principles of economics, conduct scholarship, and provide service to the department and College.

Founded in 1847, Carthage College combines an environment of reflection and self-discovery with a culture of high expectation, so that our students uncover and ignite their true potential. As a four-year private liberal arts college with roots in the Lutheran tradition, we place a strong emphasis on both moral and intellectual values. Our prime location in Kenosha, Wisconsin, midway between Chicago and Milwaukee, allows students the opportunity to learn in a professional context. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum on the shore of Lake Michigan is home to 150 scholars, 2,600 full-time students, and 400 part-time students. Our rich academic experience equips students with foundational knowledge and skills, preparing graduates to be lifelong learners and to lead meaningful, productive lives.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received by Nov. 28, 2016. Preliminary interviews will be held at the ASSA meetings in Chicago.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit cover letter, CV, transcripts, research paper, teaching and research statements, and teaching evaluations as PDF files using the link below, and should arrange to have three recommendation letters emailed directly to econsearch2017@carthage.edu.

https://carthage.applicantpro.com/jobs/475594.html

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.