Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Economics/Public Economics Department:

Economics Position Type:

Tenure Track Faculty Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Ph. D. in economics or related field by start date of appointment, August 2027 (ABD will be considered as Instructor until PhD is attained); potential for strong teaching and active research agenda in the field of public economics in a liberal arts college environment.

Application Instructions:

Application Instructions:

Dossiers should include a letter of application; CV; statement of teaching philosophy, which addresses the candidate's approach to teaching economics in a liberal arts setting; writing sample; and three letters of reference. In the application, candidates should highlight their commitment to liberal arts education and address their experience interacting with and mentoring undergraduate students. They should provide evidence of teaching excellence and the ability to create effective active learning experiences in the classroom, including sample teaching evaluations, if available. To be assured of full consideration, please apply by November 23, 2026, when we will begin reviewing applications. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Submit application via Interfolio at:

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Description:

The Department of Economics at Denison University invites applications for a tenure-track position in the field of public economics starting August 2027. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level and an appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of a small residential liberal arts institution, as well as a clear and active research agenda in the field of public economics. Primary teaching responsibilities will include an upper-level elective course in public finance; introductory and intermediate courses in microeconomic theory and/or econometrics; and additional policy-related elective courses in the candidate's area of expertise which complement the existing offerings of the department. The teaching load for this position is 5 courses per academic year. The Department of Economics at Denison has sixteen full-time faculty members who appreciate diverse approaches to economics. The department now offers a B.S. in Finance in addition to the B.A. and minor in Economics. For more information about the department please see: https://denison.edu/academics/economics . Denison University seeks candidates who will contribute to a vibrant academic community characterized by open inquiry, robust debate, and mutual respect. Contributions to the life of the department, institution, and the larger community are an essential part of Denison's mission. We anticipate our new colleague will regularly engage in service activities within these communities. Denison faculty are expected to maintain an active research agenda that results in scholarly publications and supports continued professional growth in order to gain tenure. Denison is a highly selective, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 2,400 students from across the nation and around the world. The college is located in the village of Granville, 30 minutes from Columbus, Ohio, the state capital, which hosts a wide range of cultural and artistic opportunities. Granville offers an excellent public school system and easy access to outdoor activities. A supportive environment for teacher-scholars who value both classroom and research excellence, Denison offers extensive support for its faculty, including an annual professional development account, competitive professional development funding, and a one-semester research leave after a successful pre-tenure review. The college also offers opportunities for student-faculty research collaboration, stipends for supervising summer-research students and a range of workshops and mentoring programs to develop our strengths as teacher-scholars. Denison offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition benefits to attend Denison or other affiliated colleges and a generous retirement contribution.

EEO Statement:

Denison University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected classes.

Title IX Notice:

Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison's official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit https://denison.edu/forms/non-discrimination-notice . You can learn more about Title IX at Denison at https://denison.edu/campus/title-ix . Job seekers who may need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (740) 587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.