"Assistant Professor Economics"

Job Description

Assistant Professor Economics

Job ID: 290459

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

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Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Economics offers a BBA in Economics on the Armstrong and Statesboro campuses and has launched an online concentration in Business Economics. Faculty members also contribute to the MBA and WebMBA programs. Graduates of the BBA in Economics are equipped with superior analytical problem-solving skills and are well prepared for meaningful careers or advanced graduate study. The faculty make impactful contributions by engaging in relevant research and offering valuable service to the business community, public, and the profession.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Economics department chair, the Assistant Professor of Economics position requires teaching undergraduate economics courses with an international focus (international trade and/or international economics), along with lower-division courses and courses in related fields, as needed. The faculty member may occasionally be assigned to teach online or on an alternate campus. The position also entails producing academic research of the quantity and caliber expected of a faculty member at a Carnegie (R1) research institution. Service to the department, college, and discipline are also expected as part of the faculty member's duties. The position is a 10-month, tenure track appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Economics, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Economics, by August 1, 2026.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Economics with a research field in international economics.
• Primary research field in international trade. Secondary preference for international finance or closely related fields.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; letters of reference from at least three professional references, which collectively address research potential and teaching; a research sample; and evidence of teaching quality. Applicants may be contacted for further documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins November 1, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Search Chair: Richard McGrath, Professor of Economics
rmcgrath@georgiasouthern.edu
912-344-2626