Assistant/Associate Professor, Economics

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Mississippi (Lorman) seeks an Assistant Professor / Associate Professor of Economics to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, maintain a 12-credit hour load, and develop syllabi aligned with ACBSP/AACSB expectations. Advising, scholarly activity, and service are integral to the role.

You will contribute to curriculum development, engage in program assessment, and support strategic priorities within the School of Business.

Qualifikationen

• Earned doctorate in Economics or closely related field.
• ABD candidates near completion may be considered at Assistant Professor rank.
• College level teaching experience or clear potential to teach effectively.
• A record of, or promise for, peer reviewed scholarship relevant to rank.

Aufgaben

• Teach undergraduate and graduate economics courses.
• Maintain a 12-credit hour teaching load per semester.
• Develop and refresh syllabi, assessments, and learning materials.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students on academic progress and planning.
• Pursue scholarly productivity through publications and presentations.
• Participate in department, school, and university service.
• Contribute to curriculum development and learning outcomes assessment.
• Support School of Business priorities and student recruitment.

Kenntnisse

Teaching

Advising

Scholarly writing

Curriculum development

Online/hybrid instruction

Ausbildung

PhD in Economics or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor, Economics

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in economics, including principles of microeconomics, principles of macroeconomics, intermediate theory, money and banking, and economic policy.
• Maintains a 12-credit hour teaching load per semester consistent with School of Business workload policy.
• Develops and refreshes course syllabi, assessments, and learning materials aligned with ACBSP standards and assurance of learning expectations.
• Advises undergraduate and graduate students on academic progress, career planning, and professional development.
• Pursues scholarly productivity through refereed publications, conference presentations, and external funding.
• Participates in department, school, university, and professional service, including committee work, faculty governance, and program review.
• Contributes to curriculum development, learning outcomes assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supports School of Business strategic priorities, including STEM MBA growth, industry partnerships, and student recruitment and retention.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Earned doctorate in Economics or a closely related field from an accredited institution. ABD candidates near completion may be considered at the Assistant Professor rank.

Minimum Experience

• College level teaching experience, or clear potential to teach effectively.
• A record of, or promise for, peer reviewed scholarship appropriate to the rank sought.

Preferred

• Teaching experience in an ACBSP or AACSB accredited business program.
• Expertise in applied economics, econometrics, or data analytics that complements existing offerings.

Licenses/Certifications

None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of micro and macroeconomic theory and applied economics.
• Knowledge of quantitative methods such as econometrics and data analytics.
• Knowledge of ACBSP and AACSB expectations for faculty qualifications and assessment.
• Skill in effective classroom, online, and hybrid instruction for a diverse student body.
• Skill in scholarly writing, research design, and dissemination through peer reviewed outlets.
• Experience with online learning, including online course development and strategies for student engagement in virtual environments.
• Ability to advise and mentor students and support their academic and professional development.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to graduate programs.