Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics

Luther College seeks an economist whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research, and community service for a tenure-eligible position to begin Fall 2025.  We seek candidates with an ability and interest in teaching courses spread over fall, January, and spring terms including: Econometrics, statistics, and intermediate microeconomics and/or a senior research seminar.

Candidates with an interest in contributing to our interdisciplinary programs such as environmental studies or international studies are particularly encouraged to apply. Additional courses, based on the applicant’s area of expertise and needs of the college, may include but are not limited to courses such as environmental economics, development economics, and international trade.

Applicants should hold a PhD or expect to complete all requirements by September 1, 2025. Teaching experience is required. The successful candidate will communicate knowledge of and interest in teaching at Luther College. Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence in college teaching, effectiveness in mentoring undergraduates, and a promising research program compatible with undergraduate education.

Luther College is located in rural Northeast Iowa, a regional hub for outdoor recreation, two nationally recognized healthcare systems, top ranked schools, business, agriculture, specialty retail, dining and tourism.  Major Midwest metropolitan areas within a three-hour driving distance include Des Moines, IA; Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN; and Madison, WI.  We are an easy drive to La Crosse, WI, Cedar Falls/Waterloo, IA, and Rochester, MN, home of Mayo Clinic.

At Luther College, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our educational mission and values. We are committed to the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more equitable and socially just college and society. Strong candidates will have experience and vision regarding teaching and mentorship of students of multiple and diverse backgrounds with attention to structural barriers that limit access to educational opportunities.

With support from departmental colleagues and the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, the successful candidate will participate in program development, student recruitment and advising. Departmental and college service, professional development activities that support teaching or research interests, and the pursuit of research that involves undergraduate students are all aspects of working at Luther College.

Apply:  For full consideration, applications should be received by November 25, 2024. Campus interviews are planned for February 11-14, 2025. Apply for position at https://www.luther.edu/offices/hr/careers.  Applicants’ dossier should include:

• Cover letter that describes your interest in this position, summarizes how your background qualifies you for this position, and reflects on the contributions you could make to the liberal arts education provided by Luther College.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching statement discussing your prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests. Include a discussion of how your pedagogy and classroom environment would support the success of all students and contribute to a liberal arts education.
• Evidence of effective teaching.
• Contact information for three references (name, affiliation, email and phone). References will only be contacted for those candidates invited for a campus visit with prior notification to the candidate.

The current salary range for this position is $61,000–$68,000 for assistant professors with 0-5 years of experience; and $77,000 to $82,000 for associate professors with 0-5 years in rank; placement on scale is dependent on credentials and applicable experience. Additional opportunities are available (start-up funds, summer teaching, summer undergraduate research, grant research, administrative duties, etc.).  

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Steve Holland, Search Chair, Department of Economics, Accounting, and Management, Luther College, Decorah, IA 52101; email:  steve.holland@luther.edu.  Additional information about the college is available by visiting the college website, www.luther.edu.  Questions regarding the application process should be directed to hr@luther.edu.

Salary : $61,000 - $68,000