Economics Professor (Open Rank) Shape a New University

The-University-of-Austin-; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Austin (UATX) invites applications for a tenure-track or long-term teaching-track faculty position in Economics within the Center for Sciences. The appointment begins Fall 2027, with teaching duties and ongoing research. Part-time options considered.

We seek candidates with a strong teaching record and a commitment to mentoring students, using a STEM-informed approach that spans mathematics and data-driven analysis across economics.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics.
• Strong teaching ability.
• A record of economics research or advanced experience in institutions that require knowledge in and use of advanced economic techniques and logic.
• STEM multidisciplinary viewpoint and breadth of interest within mathematics.
• Ability to mentor students in a variety of economics-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach Economics courses across undergrad levels with an 18 quarter hours annual load.
• Engage in research and external impact through collaboration with startups and firms.
• Mentor and supervise student projects in economics.
• Contribute to program development within the Economics Concentration.

Skills

Strong teaching ability

Economics research experience

STEM multidisciplinary viewpoint

Student mentoring

Education

PhD in Economics

Job description

The University of Austin (UATX) invites applications for a tenure-track or long-term teaching-track faculty position in Economics within the Center for Sciences. The appointment begins Fall 2027, with teaching duties and ongoing research. Part-time options considered.

We seek candidates with a strong teaching record and a commitment to mentoring students, using a STEM-informed approach that spans mathematics and data-driven analysis across economics.