Instructor - Economics

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

FAC796P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https : / / jobs.wcu.edu / postings / 29864

Classification Title

Instructor

Working Title

Instructor - Economics - #160747

Department

Econ, Mgt, Proj Mgt

About WCU

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including :

• 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work / life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The College of Business invites applications for a 9-month, fixed-term Instructor position in Economics or a related discipline beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will bring areas of teaching and research that complement and integrate with those of existing faculty. Teaching responsibilities include residential and / or distance undergraduate classes in Economics. Teaching preferences include experience / interest in teaching microeconomics, macroeconomics, monetary policy, and / or international trade.

A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the College's mission of providing students with the skills needed to address contemporary business challenges. A demonstrated record of achievement in teaching at the college or university level is preferred. The expected teaching load is 18 semester hours per academic year. This position requires teaching face-to-face and / or online courses, advising, and service activities as designated by the school director.

Maintaining an active research agenda resulting in publication in peer-reviewed journals or continued engagement in practice-related activities is required. Candidates should have a strong record or promise to contribute to students' intellectual and practical lives and other School, College, University, and business community stakeholders. The successful candidate must meet the standards for qualifications per the College's Policy on Classification of Qualified Faculty. The AACSB requirements for academic qualifications mandate a minimum level of relevant research and publication to remain current in teaching.

Carnegie statement

WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, the applicant must have a master's degree and have completed 24 graduate credit hours in Economics courses from an AACSB-accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

A Ph.D. or ABD in Economics or a terminal degree in a closely related business field from an AACSB-accredited institution is desirable. ABD applicants with a dissertation defense date and completion of all degree requirements on or before August 1, 2025, will be considered.

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week

Number of Months Per Year

Posting Text

Open Date

01 / 31 / 2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application materials must be submitted online. The review of applications will begin on or about March 1st, 2025, and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned

For questions or additional information please contact Steve Ha at iha@email.wcu.edu

Background / E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov / E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials / degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and / or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential / qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.