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The Department of Economics at Union College invites applications for one or more full-time three-year visiting positions. The ability to teach innovative and interdisciplinary courses is a plus.
The successful applicant should have a Ph.D. by September 1, 2023, an established record of teaching excellence and a strong research program. Our teaching load is six courses over three ten-week terms, up to two of which may take the form of supervision of undergraduate theses. For more information regarding the Department, please visit https://www.union.edu/economics.
Union College recognizes the rich possibilities of interdisciplinary studies by offering many opportunities for both faculty and students to engage with multiple disciplines - and each other - in collaborative classroom settings, innovative majors, interdisciplinary theses, and unique research initiatives. The successful hire may develop courses in their area of expertise that could contribute to one or more of the interdisciplinary programs. Our complete list can be found at:
https://www.union.edu/interdisciplinary-studies.
Union College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the Capital Region of the State of New York and offers highly competitive salary and benefits. Union is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status.
Required application materials: cover letter, CV, job market paper, teaching evaluations (or other evidence of teaching effectiveness), and three letters of reference. Applicants are asked to describe in their cover letter their potential contributions to undergraduate thesis advising and interdisciplinary studies and how their research, teaching and service could support the college’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Interested applicants should submit their application through AEA JOE portal at www.aeaweb.org/joe ID Number: 111471594
Evaluation of candidates will begin on March 10 and will continue until the position is filled.
Required application materials: cover letter, CV, job market paper, teaching evaluations (or other evidence of teaching effectiveness), and three letters of reference.
Please provide names and contact information for the three references when you complete the online application. An email will be sent automatically requesting that they upload their letter of recommendation to our system.
We offer exceptional benefits including:
- Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
- Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
- Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
- Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
- Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
Union College (union.edu) is a small, highly selective undergraduate institution with particular strengths in science and engineering. Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status.
Note: All new hires of Union College are subject to a thorough education, work experience, and criminal history background check.
