Assistant Professor of Economics - Teaching & Research

Center for Innovation and Leadership; Mather (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern College in California invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of economics starting August 2027. The teaching load is 24 credit hours per academic year, typically three courses per semester.

The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activity and institutional service, including advising and recruiting students in the business and economics programs. We seek a colleague who demonstrates excellence in undergraduate teaching and active research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in economics or closely related field required; ABD will be considered.
• Candidates with a master's degree and substantial professional experience may be considered for instructor or professor of practice.
• Commitment to teaching excellence, scholarly activity, and liberal arts mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach a set of economics and finance courses listed by the department.
• Engage in scholarly activity and institutional service.
• Advise and recruit students in business and economics programs.
• Foster a collegial, mission-driven liberal arts culture.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Scholarly engagement

Student mentorship

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in Economics or closely related field

Job description

Northwestern College in California invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of economics starting August 2027. The teaching load is 24 credit hours per academic year, typically three courses per semester.

The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activity and institutional service, including advising and recruiting students in the business and economics programs. We seek a colleague who demonstrates excellence in undergraduate teaching and active research.