Rhodes College

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The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level for Fall 2026. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Economics or expect to complete the degree by July 2026. Teaching load is 3-2. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a field in Economic History. Candidates must be willing and able to teach a course in the History of Economic Thought with an emphasis on Adam Smith. Candidates should demonstrate strong research potential, as well as a commitment to excellent teaching and mentoring in a liberal arts setting.

Rhodes is a nationally ranked residential college committed to the liberal arts and sciences. Our highest priorities are intellectual engagement, community excellence, service to others, and honor among ourselves. Our students live and learn on one of the country’s most beautiful campuses, located in the heart of Memphis, an economic, medical, and culturally diverse center, making Rhodes one of a handful of prominent liberal arts colleges in a major metropolitan area.

Rhodes College prides itself on providing a welcoming environment for employees of all backgrounds, viewpoints, and life experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

A complete application will include 1) a cover letter that addresses the strengths the candidate will bring as a teacher and scholar to a liberal arts college environment; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a separate statement that addresses how the candidate will foster an inclusive learning environment where students from a wide variety of perspectives, beliefs, and backgrounds learn how to engage in civil and respectful dialogue. Also, you must include the following under Additional Documents: 4) a statement of teaching philosophy; 5) evidence of teaching effectiveness; and 6) job market paper.

Review of completed applications will begin November 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Letters of recommendation will only be solicited for short-listed applicants, at which time you will be prompted for the names and contact information for three (3) references. Background checks are required before candidates can be brought to campus for interviews.