Assistant Professor of Economics

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita State University invites applications for an nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics beginning Fall 2027. You will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop curricula, and provide student mentorship while integrating applied learning and research into the program.

The department seeks candidates with strong research potential, effective teaching across modalities, and a commitment to engagement with industry and the community.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in economics or closely related field.
• Teaching experience at college level.
• Evidence of scholarly research suitable for tenure.
• Ability to teach in-person and online formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester for undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Develop curriculum and instructional materials.
• Mentor students and contribute to AACSB activities.
• Engage with local industry and community partnerships.

Skills

Economics knowledge

Teaching

Research ability

Community engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Economics

ABD acceptable

Terminal degree required

Job description

Work Authorization and Immigration Sponsorship

Wichita State University may be able to sponsor certain facultypositions for employment-based immigration status where authorizedby the hiring department and university policy. Sponsorshipeligibility varies by faculty position and will be identified inthe individual job posting.

For faculty positions eligible for sponsorship, internationalcandidates generally must be eligible for sponsorship in a visaclassification compatible with the faculty position. For tenuredand tenure-track faculty appointments, visa classificationsincompatible with such appointments include F-1 Optional PracticalTraining (OPT), J-1 Research Scholar, and J-1 Academic Trainingstatuses.

Department: Barton School of Business - Department ofMarketing & Economics

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Salary set at $109,535/yr

Work Schedule: Dependent on teaching assignment and researchprogram needs;work is performed on-site and in person.

Job Story

Candidates will have an exciting opportunity to contribute to thefuture of economics education and research at Wichita StateUniversity. The position will play an important role instrengthening undergraduate and graduate economics education,producing academic research that advances knowledge, andcontributing to innovative academic and applied-learninginitiatives that connect economics with industry and the broadercommunity. Wichita State University is classified as a highresearch activity institution and provides faculty withopportunities and institutional support for research,interdisciplinary collaboration, external funding, andindustry-engaged scholarship.

The Department of Economics in the W. Frank Barton School ofBusiness at Wichita State University invites applications for anine-month, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor ofEconomics, beginning Fall 2027.

You will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, establish clearlearning objectives, develop curriculum and instructional materialsthat accomplish those objectives, and provide students with thesupport needed to succeed. We welcome candidates who can contributeexpertise in economics and statistics and build productiveprofessional relationships within the community and across theuniversity.

Wichita State University places applied learning at the center ofstudent experience. Every degree program at Wichita State includesa guaranteed applied learning or research experience, providingstudents with opportunities to develop relevant professional skillsand meaningful experience before graduation. The successfulcandidate will have opportunities to integrate these experiencesinto economics education through applied projects with industry,case studies, research, and engagement with local businesses andthe larger community.

Job Summary

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels usingvarious instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face),hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into thecourse design and engage with industry and local business communityapplied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities(e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship,recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities,etc.)

Essential Functions

Meet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forthby the department and college.

Job Duties

1. 1. Teaching: Teach two courses per semester (four courses peracademic year) at the undergraduate and graduate levels, withcourses offered in face-to-face, hybrid, blended, and fully onlineformats. Each course is three credit hours. Teaching assignmentsmay include, depending on the candidate's expertise and programneeds, Principles of Microeconomics, Labor Economics, BusinessStatistics, and related courses with the opportunity to developcourses in the candidate's area of expertise. The successfulcandidate will establish key objectives for classes, developcurriculum and syllabi, present course material through lecturesand learning activities, and answer students' questions and providesupport to help them succeed.
2. 2. Applied Learning and Community Engagement: Foster appliedlearning in course design by developing meaningful opportunitiesfor students to engage with industry, local businesses, and thelarger community through applied projects, case studies,professional engagement, and other experiential learningactivities.
3. 3. Research: Develop and maintain an active and sustainable programof academic research consistent with AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA)expectations and the requirements for tenure and promotion at theBarton School of Business. The successful candidate will beexpected to publish high-quality scholarly research in respectedand leading economics or related academic journals and advanceknowledge through sustained scholarly activity.
4. 4. Service and Engagement: Contribute meaningful service to thedepartment, Barton School of Business, university, profession, andlocal community. Service may include active involvement incommittees, student mentorship, student recruitment and retentioninitiatives, professional organizations, outreach activities, andother activities that advance the mission of the department andschool.

Required Education and Experience:

• Terminal degree in direct field
• Teaching experience

Faculty Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Economics from an accredited institution.
  Applicants who are at an advanced stage of their doctoral studies(ABD) will be considered if they provide strong evidence that alldegree requirements will be completed prior to the June 2027.
• Evidence of an established record of scholarly research or astrong research pipeline with demonstrated ability or potential topublish in high-quality economics or related academicjournals.
• Evidence of, or demonstrated potential for, effective teachingin economics at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Evidence mayinclude teaching evaluations, curriculum or course development,applied-learning activities, experience with face-to-face, hybrid,blended, or fully online instruction, or other indicators ofteaching effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of economics and statistics.
• Ability to build professional relationships within thecommunity and across the university at all levels.
• Ability to provide instruction of curriculum to a variety oflearners.
• Commitment to collaborative processes and environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research and/or teaching interests in labor economics and/orenvironmental economics.
  Use of empirical methods, econometric techniques, or data-intensiveapproaches to address applied economic questions.

Additional Information:

Work Authorization and Immigration Sponsorship

Wichita State University may be able to sponsor certain facultypositions for employment-based immigration status where authorizedby the hiring department and university policy. Sponsorshipeligibility varies by faculty position and will be identified inthe individual job posting.

For faculty positions eligible for sponsorship, internationalcandidates generally must be eligible for sponsorship in a visaclassification compatible with the faculty position. For tenuredand tenure-track faculty appointments, visa classificationsincompatible with such appointments include F-1 Optional PracticalTraining (OPT), J-1 Research Scholar, and J-1 Academic Trainingstatuses.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position – Frequent 60-90%;Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment includingbut not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators –Frequent 60-90%