Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Economics and the College of Social Studies

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand.

Position Details
The Department of Economics and the College of Social Studies (CSS) invite applications for a visiting position beginning July 1, 2024 and renewable for up to two additional academic years to teach courses in the Department and in theCSS, a multidisciplinary program featuring courses in economics, government, history, and social theory. The teaching load is four courses per academic year, of which theCSScomponent will comprise one to four small seminar-style classes. In addition, the visitor will be expected to contribute to academic advising and senior thesis supervision within the College. Wesleyan values both scholarship and teaching very highly, has a strong, diverse undergraduate student body, and offers competitive salaries and benefits. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated effectiveness conducting small, discussion- and writing-intensive classes addressing broader social, historical, and policy themes.


Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Economics or related field in hand required by the time of appointment to be hired as an Assistant Visiting Professor; a successful candidate may be hired as a Visiting Instructor if the candidate does not have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment, but will complete the Ph.D. in Economics or related field within one year of hire.
Special Instructions To Applicants
A complete application includes a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching evaluations (if available), and (4) a sample of scholarly writing. In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college’s commitment to fostering an inclusive community, as well as their experience working with individuals from historically marginalized or underserved groups. You will also be asked to provide the email addresses of three referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation.
Additional Information
Complete applications must be received by April 10, 2024 to receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted beyond that date. Contact Gilbert Skillman, chair of the search committee, with questions ateconsearch@wesleyan.edu.

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