"Assistant Professor of Economics"

The Ness School of Management and Economics at South Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics, specializing in macroeconomics and related fields. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative scholar whose teaching and research contribute to areas such as macroeconomics, monetary economics, financial markets, and financial institutions. Located in Brookings, South Dakota, this is a full-time, 9-month, benefit-eligible position with an anticipated start date of August 22, 2026. The position reports to the Director of the Ness School of Management and Economics.

The Ness School, which includes approximately 40 full-time faculty members and a team of academic advisors, embodies an intellectual philosophy that economics and quantitative analysis are foundational to thriving in and critically assessing a modern global economy. In keeping with the land-grant mission of the university, the school is the premier source for economics and business intelligence in the region. The school engages its stakeholders in the classroom, through scholarship, and through outreach—formally through SDSU Extension and otherwise.

The Ness School is an AACSB accredited business school managing significant enrollment growth in its majors and balancing new opportunities in core business fields with its traditional strengths in economics and quantitative analysis. In its research, teaching, and outreach efforts, the school embraces interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration. The roughly 1,350 students who major in the Ness School complete coursework in macro- and microeconomic theory, finance, calculus, and statistics; students who major in economics complete advanced-level macro- and microeconomic theory courses, econometrics, and mathematical economics; while students who major in accounting, agricultural business, business economics, consumer behavior, entrepreneurial studies, and operations management complete a comprehensive suite of business courses, including courses in accounting. Meanwhile, thousands of students pursue the school’s minors, including those in accounting, economics, marketing, and real estate. Students enrolled in the school’s master’s programs in economics or operations management complete either a theory option, which includes a graduate thesis, or an applied, coursework-only option. A graduate real-estate certificate is available as well. Learn more by visiting the Ness School of Management and Economics on sdstate.edu.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain high research productivity resulting regularly in peer-reviewed, scholarly publications in top-tier academic journals and presentations at national or international forums that tightly align with the field areas associated with the position, that meet the school’s tenure-and-promotion standards, and that satisfy the academic standards the AACSB associates with its faculty-status classification, Scholarly Academic.
• Lead with exceptional pedagogy in the classroom and through undergraduate and graduate student mentorship.
• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses in conventional face-to-face on-campus formats and, potentially, through emerging modes of remote delivery, including hybrid and/or other online formats.
• Participate in Ness School and university governance.
• Produce research, teaching, and service outcomes that meaningfully advance knowledge in the field of economics.
• Participate in inter- and multi-disciplinary efforts, collaborating with colleagues on research, curriculum designs, and service efforts that raise the profile and stature of economics.

BENEFITS: SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a Ph.D. in economics or closely related field with a primary area related to macroeconomics, monetary economics, financial markets, or financial institutions by the start date.
• Potential for effective research, teaching, and outreach outcomes.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS: SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications and responsibilities as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, research sample (attached as writing or work sample), statement of teaching philosophy (limit 3 pages, attached as other), and a reference page with contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.