Economics/Assistant Professor/Three Year Term

Northern Michigan University; Kansas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

1000scholars in Kansas seeks an Economics professor for a three-year term. The position is campus-based and requires PhD in Economics by August 15, 2027.

Responsibilities include teaching Money and Banking, Intermediate Macroeconomics, and Principles of Macroeconomics, with up to three course preparations per semester, plus department, college, and university service and student advising. The successful candidate will also engage in research and conference travel, with opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or equivalent terminal degree.
• Experience demonstrating teaching effectiveness and scholarly activity.
• Ability to contribute to department, college, and university service.

Responsibilities

• Teach Money and Banking, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics.
• Prepare to teach Introduction to Economics and Principles of Microeconomics.
• Provide student advising and engage in department, college, and university service.
• Support professional development, research, and conference travel.
• Maintain effective classroom performance and mentorship for students.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Teaching course development

Undergraduate teaching excellence

Program development

Time management

Education

Doctorate in Economics

Job description

Position Title: Economics/Assistant Professor/Three Year Term

Department: Economics

Term of Assignment: Three Year Term

Term End Date, If Applicable: May 7, 2030

FLSA Status: Exempt = not eligible for overtime

Salary: Competitive

Travel: No travel

Brief Statement of Duties

Teach courses in Money and Banking, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, and be prepared to teach Introduction to Economics and Principles of Microeconomics. The normal teaching load is three courses (12 credit hours) per semester, with up to three different course preparations per semester. Additional responsibilities include service at the department, college, and university levels, and student advising. Resources are available for engaging in professional development, research, and conference travel. This position is campus-based and is not currently eligible for sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Doctorate or equivalent terminal degree

Discipline/Degree Area: Economics

Required Minimum Work Experience: Ph.D. in Economics from an accredited institution must be completed by August 15, 2027. Evidence of teaching effectiveness and a track record of scholarly activity.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties:

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses in economics.
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and commitment to engaged mentorship and student development.
• Initiative in program development and continuous improvement.
• Time management skills.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Being able to teach Comparative Economic Systems and American Economic History.
• Being able to integrate emerging technologies, including AI, into teaching and other professional activities in innovative and effective ways.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant materials will include a faculty application, cover letter, CV/Resume, and unofficial transcripts.

Contact Information

Hugo Eyzaguirre

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.