Visiting Asst Professor

NMSU; New Mexico; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University invites applications for Visiting Assistant Professor in Economics. The appointment is full-time, 1.0 FTE, exempt, and renewable up to two years, starting January 14, 2027.

The department seeks a candidate who will teach undergraduate courses, advise students, and contribute to service in the Department of Economics and International Business in Las Cruces, NM. Required: PhD in Economics or related field (ABD considered), strong teaching ability, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or related field is required or strongly encouraged.
• ABD candidates may be considered.
• Strong teaching and service record or potential is expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per semester (four courses).
• Advise undergraduate and possibly graduate students.
• Provide department/college/university service and outreach.

Skills

Teaching

Student advising

Curriculum development

Collaborative work across departments

Education

PhD in Economics or related field

ABD considered

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Department Contact:Yu-Feng Lee, [phone], [e-mail]

Internal or External Search:External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:The New Mexico State University Department of Economics, Applied Statistics and International Business is seeking a candidate for a Visiting Economics Faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. The position is renewable up to 2 years. The position will start January 14, 2027.

Position Details

PositionTitle: Visiting Asst Professor

College/Division: Business College

Department: 340300-ECONOMICS AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINES

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable): N/A

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 75,000

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status:Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding:Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule:Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: The successful applicant will have responsibilities in teaching and service to the department, college, university, and community. The regular teaching load will be 12 credit hours (four courses) per semester (spring and fall). The candidate is expected to teach courses and advise students at the undergraduate and possibly graduate levels, and provide institutional services.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
Candidates who have a Ph. D. or a doctoral equivalent degree in Economics or related field(s) are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications from ABD in Economics study may also be considered. Candidates must demonstrate a strong ability for quality teaching and service. Most class assignments are in-person/face-to-face, with possibility of online course instruction. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability for collaborative work to engage with partners across the NMSU system in support of the NMSU College of Business mission. In addition to in-person class delivery, the candidate must be proficient in Canvas system for class design and activities to enhance student learning and engagement.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.