The Department of Economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a term faculty appointment for Academic Year 2018-2019. Rank will be dependent on experience and stature in the field. The appointment is a 9-month term position and will commence on August 27, 2018.
Applicants should hold a PhD or other terminal degree. The position will require the incumbent to teach three courses per semester in Economics, including, but not limited to, graduate (MA and Ph.d)) and undergraduate courses in the field of Economic Development and undergraduate courses in economic theory at the introductory and/or intermediate levels. All faculty are expected to hold office hours and participate in College and University activities and service.
Salary is competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, recent teaching evaluations (when possible), and copies of recent published papers or working papers. Please contact Mieke Meurs, Chair, 202-885-3776 or mmeurs@american.edu if you have any questions.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.
American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
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