Assistant Professor of Economics

Position Details

Position Information

Job Type Faculty Position Title Assistant Professor of Economics Position Number F90001 Department Division of Business and Economics Location Morehouse College - Atlanta GA Position Summary

The Department of Economics at Morehouse College invites applications for a tenured track position in economics beginning in the Fall semester of 2027. Applications are open to candidates that have either a Ph.D. degree or who will have received a Ph.D. in economics and have a strong interest in applied econometrics by May 2027.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Economics from a full-time, accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education/Experience Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates should have an active research portfolio and be prepared to engage with diverse students across a liberal arts curriculum. The candidate should identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds towards the accomplishment of curricular goals. Also, the successful candidate will support the College's general education and the core requirements of the Department of Business Administration's curriculum.

Morehouse College has a 3/3 teaching load. The position responsibilities will include (a) maintaining a strong research agenda; (b) teaching introductory courses in economics (both Microeconomics and Macroeconomics), Basic statistics for economics and business, and other upper-level economic courses in quantitative analysis such as Principles of Econometrics, Topics in Econometrics, and Mathematical Economics) and engage in academic advisement.

Physical Demands Compensation Teaching Responsibility

1. Teaching and Instruction (for academic roles)

Teach undergraduate courses in Economics (e.g. Mathematical Economics, Financial Economics, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics).

Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and student learning outcomes.

Develop course materials and integrate technology into instruction.

Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.

2. Service and Institutional Contributions

Provide service to the department, institution, and profession.

Participate in committees, curriculum development, and program assessment activities.

Support student development initiatives and departmental programs.

3. Scholarly Innovation and Creative Production

Conduct independent and collaborative research in Economics

Present research findings at conferences and professional meetings

Appointment and Evaluation Search Applying Supervisor Name John P. Jones Min Salary Mid Salary Max Salary

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

CORE COMPETENCIES

Analytical and quantitative skills

Strong written and oral communication

Organizational and time management skills Interpersonal effectiveness and collaboration

Commitment to ethical standards and professional conduct

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching and Instruction (for academic roles)

Teach undergraduate courses in Economics (e.g. Mathematical Economics, Financial Economics, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics).

Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and student learning outcomes.

Develop course materials and integrate technology into instruction.

Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.

2. Service and Institutional Contributions

Provide service to the department, institution, and profession.

Participate in committees, curriculum development, and program assessment activities.

Support student development initiatives and departmental programs.

3. Scholarly Innovation and Creative Production

Conduct independent and collaborative research in Economics

Present research findings at conferences and professional meetings

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F235P Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 08/20/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Unofficial Transcript
• Curriculum Vitae

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