Niagara University

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The Economics and Finance Department at Niagara University invites applications for a full time, tenure track faculty position in Economics at the Assistant Professor rank, beginning in August 2018.

Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in economics completed by the time of appointment. All areas of economics will be considered. Teaching responsibilities will be at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates should demonstrate success or the potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Salary and benefits are AACSB competitive (3/3 teaching load and travel/faculty development support).

About the college
Home to 600 undergraduate and 275 graduate business students, the College of Business Administration has long-standing AACSB accreditation. Its MBA program was recently named in the Top Tier in North America and global best 150 by CEO magazine. This combination of outstanding quality and small size fosters close student-faculty relationships permeating all aspects of instruction, research, and service. The Economics and Finance Department offers B. A. and B.S. degrees in economics, as well as B.S. and M.S. degrees in finance.

About the institution
Niagara University was founded in 1856 by the Catholic Vincentian Fathers, whose mission emphasizes practical training and excellence in service of society. NU’s traditional stone buildings and leafy green campus sits on Monteagle Ridge, overlooking the Niagara River Gorge, just three miles north of the majestic Niagara Falls. Immediately adjacent to Canada, NU’s bi-national culture is built on close proximity to major manufacturing and business centers in Buffalo and Toronto, attracting from both countries significant populations of students and faculty. Niagara Falls also boasts an affordable cost of living almost 20% below the national average.

How to apply
To apply on line, please visit: https://jobs.niagara.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=2062

Along with the application, please submit:
(1) Letter of interest
(2) Curriculum vitae
(3) Teaching evaluations
(4) Job market paper
(5) Three letters of recommendation

We will be interviewing candidates at the ASSA meetings in Philadelphia from 1/5-1/7 2018. Applications must be submitted by December 1, 2017 to ensure full consideration for an interview at the ASSA meetings.

Niagara University is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with our Catholic mission, Niagara University is committed to providing equal employment and educational opportunities and will not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex (gender), national origin, religious preference, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristic, status as veteran or disability. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Ryan Thompson, Esq., Title IX Coordinator, Office for Equity & Inclusion, 716-286-8324, rthompson@niagara.edu, www.niagara.edu/oei, Office Location: O’Shea Hall, B27. For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

Niagara University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. A copy of the Student Right to Know Annual Security Report is available at: http://www.niagara.edu/safety