University of St. Thomas

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The University of St. Thomas Department of Economics invites applications for a non-tenure track Teaching Professor position beginning September 1, 2025.  This position is for a teaching specialist whose responsibilities are in the areas of teaching and other student-centered services, including but not limited to mentoring students in co-curricular activities, leading student research, and contributing to the curricular and pedagogical needs of the department. The appointment is renewable annually, subject to performance reviews and ongoing need for the position.

Candidates from all fields of economics will be considered.  The successful candidate will teach principles of microeconomics, principles of macroeconomics, either intermediate microeconomics or intermediate macroeconomics, and potentially an elective in the candidate’s area(s) of interest.  The teaching load is 7 courses over the academic year in a small class setting with typically 1 or 2 preparations per term. More information on the Economics Department can be found here: https://cas.stthomas.edu/departments/areas-of-study/economics/

The Teaching Professor will be an integral part of the department and its long-term commitment to teaching excellence.  In addition to their teaching and other student-centered responsibilities, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in university and department service. 

The department seeks an individual with a demonstrated record of independent teaching excellence and commitment to high-quality instruction.  The department especially seeks individuals able to work with diverse students and colleagues, who have experience with a variety of teaching methods and perspectives, and who are committed to working in a liberal arts setting.  Applicants must have a Ph.D. (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Economics or alternatively, ABDs nearing completion of the Ph.D. or, alternatively, applicants with a master's degree in economics and 5 or more years of full-time teaching experience (or its equivalent) will be considered. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

How to apply:

Apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. In addition to creating an applicant profile, please upload as additional documents the following:

1) A cover letter detailing your interest in the position indicating areas of teaching interest

2) Your curriculum vitae

3) Evidence of teaching effectiveness

4) A one-page statement of teaching philosophy

5) Your unofficial graduate transcript(s)

6) Have two letters of recommendation (at least one of which must address the candidate’s teaching) emailed to Dr. Monica Hartmann, Department Chair (Economics@stthomas.edu).  In lieu of letters of recommendation, a candidate may submit the names of two references, including contact information.  No references will be contacted without the candidate’s permission.

To guarantee full consideration, application materials must be submitted by November 18, 2024. Screening interviews will be conducted via electronic conferencing in early January.  

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Hartmann.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas: https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/for-faculty/index.html.