Michigan Technological University

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Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at Michigan Technological University, please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or humanresources@mtu.edu.

The position requires the teaching of undergraduate economic courses and significant involvement with teaching focused service, including the management of assessment of learning activities at the College and contributing to activities that support the mission of growing the program. The successful candidate will demonstrate teaching experience or expertise in Game Theory and Industrial Organization. Teaching experience in Principles of Economics and/or Economic Decision Analysis and some background in assessment of learning are desirable. A PhD is desirable but exceptional candidates with a master’s degree and candidates near completion of their PhD will be considered.

Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/).
Teaching undergraduate economic courses and significant involvement with teaching focused service, including the management of assessment of learning activities at the College and contributing to activities that support the mission of growing the program. Employees are expected to integrate safety practices into daily activities and commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements): Master’s degree in Economics or a related field is required.

Required Experience (minimum requirements): One year of teaching experience.

Desirable Education and/or Experience:
Ph.D. in Economics or a related field.
Two or more years of teaching experience
Teaching experience in Principles of Economics and/or Economic Decision Analysis.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements): Teaching experience or expertise in Game Theory and Industrial Organization.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities: Background in the assessment of learning is desirable.

Appointment Term: 9 months

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

See website for additional details: https://www.employment.mtu.edu/en-us/job/493183/assistant-teaching-professor-economics