Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics: Lewis & Clark College invites applications for one-year position beginning in Fall 2022, with the possibility of extension. The standard teaching load is five courses a year. Primary teaching responsibilities include Principles of Economics, Statistics, Macroeconomics, and the opportunity to develop additional courses in related fields.
A successful candidate must demonstrate potential for teaching excellence in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. Funding for conference travel and other research expenses is available. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Lewis & Clark College is a private liberal arts college located in Portland, OR. Lewis & Clark College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex or age. Candidates with the potential to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community are strongly encouraged to apply.
All materials should be addressed to Moriah Bostian, Chair of Economics. Applications must be submitted via Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/95222 Click “Apply” to create your free account. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. A complete application must include: (i) cv, (ii) cover letter which includes a statement of teaching experience and effectiveness, and a description of how the applicant’s teaching and/or work in the campus community will contribute to a culture of inclusion and campus diversity, (iii) graduate transcripts, and (iv) three letters of recommendation.
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Background Check
Lewis & Clark College will conduct a background check on the finalist, which will include a criminal record check. If a conviction is discovered, a determination will be made whether the conviction is related to the position for which the individual is applying or would present safety or security risks before an employment decision is made. A criminal conviction does not necessarily automatically bar an applicant from employment.
Eligibility to Work
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