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Instructor / Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Washington & Jefferson College and its Department of Economics invite applications for a three-year, non-tenure track Assistant Professor or Instructor of Economics position, beginning in August 2025. Ph.D. or ABD in Economics is required. Responsibilities include teaching principles courses, upper-level electives in the area of specialty and directing senior capstone research. The ability to teach Principles of Macroeconomics and courses in Health Economics would be especially welcome. The teaching load is three courses (four credit-hours each) per semester. Salary and rank commensurate with degree and experience.

The successful candidate should be committed to working closely with students in a residential, undergraduate, liberal arts institution. Electronic applications are preferred, and those interested in applying for the position should upload the following items to https : / / washjeff.applicantpro.com / jobs / , a cover letter that includes your approach and dedication to a liberal arts education : curriculum vitae : short statement of teaching philosophy that demonstrates how your teaching contributes to the liberal arts, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if possible), and contact information for three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 13, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Washington & Jefferson College is a residential selective liberal arts college located thirty miles from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The oldest such college located west of the Allegheny mountains, Washington & Jefferson welcomes applications from creative and adaptable individuals who are dedicated to undergraduate liberal arts education, who cherish close interaction between faculty and students, who enjoy participating in and promoting a diverse community committed to multicultural and global understand. Discover more about the College at www.washjeff.edu.

The College is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, W&J complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students, and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

Apply for this job at https : / / washjeff.applicantpro.com / jobs / . Please submit a cover letter and resume. It is recommended that all documents be in PDF format and uploaded at one time. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds : a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

Celebrating Community

Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.

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