Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

College of Charleston; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Charleston seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics for a one-year position with potential for renewal. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, engaging in student mentorship, and assisting in the Center for Public Choice and Market Process. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Economics and demonstrate excellence in teaching.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Strong commitment to student success and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• 4-sections per semester teaching load.
• Actively participate in departmental and school events.

Skills

Teaching

Student Mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in Economics

Job description

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

Internal Title	Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics
Position Type	Visiting
School/Area	School of Business
Department	Economics
Position Description	The Department of Economics at the College of Charleston invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor. We seek candidates committed to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and scholarship. This is a full-time, non-tenure track position for the 2025-2026 academic year, with the possibility for renewal based on performance and departmental needs. There is an opportunity for the right candidate to engage in interdisciplinary work aligned with the mission of the Center for Public Choice and Market Process by serving as the Center's assistant director. Position responsibilities: Teaching load A 4-sections per semester teaching load Potential classes include Principles of Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, and upper-level electives Service and Engagement Actively participate in departmental and school events Engage in student mentorship Assistant director responsibilities: Assist the Director in advancing the Center's mission by helping define strategic priorities, organizing programs, mentoring students, and promoting the research and public engagement activities of the Center. The assistant director receives a one-section teaching load reduction each semester Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. Strong commitment to student success and mentorship. About the Department of Economics The Department of Economics has nine full-time faculty to support various program in the School of Business including the Economic major, the Economics minor, the One-Year MBA program, the Executive MBA program, and the Executive DBA program. For more information on the Department of Economics see: https://charleston.edu/economics/index.php. About the Center for Public Choice and Market Process The Center promotes the study of market-based solutions to economic and social issues, engaging students and faculty in research and programs that explore the principles of entrepreneurship, individual responsibility, and free-market economics. For more information on the Center for Public Choice, see https://charleston.edu/school-business/centers-initiatives/public-choice/index.php. The College of Charleston is located in historic downtown Charleston in a coastal metropolitan area of 800,000. The College is a public, liberal arts and sciences institution with a student body consisting of approximately 10,000 undergraduate students and 900 graduate students, including 20% of whom identify as minority and 140 international students from 34 different countries. Additional information about the institution, the student body, and the surrounding area is available at https://www.cofc.edu/. The review of applications will begin on May 27th and continue until the position is filled. The start date for the position is August 16, 2025. All applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references to https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/. Graduate transcripts and other information may be requested of finalists. Specific questions regarding the advertised position should be directed to Chris Mothorpe, Chair, at [e-mail]. This is a nine-month appointment.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date	05/16/2025
Closing Date	08/15/2025
Open Until Filled?	Yes
Posting Number	F2016452P
EEO Statement
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16648

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter / Letter of Application


2. Curriculum Vitae


3. Teaching Philosophy

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