"Economics: Economics History"

GRINNELL COLLEGE – Department of Economics - TENURE-TRACK POSITION (START FALL 2026).

GRINNELL COLLEGE. The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track appointment beginning Fall 2026. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests should include Economic History. The successful candidate should be prepared to teach at least one field course and one seminar in Economic History. The ideal candidate will also be prepared to teach at least one of Introduction to Economics, Econometrics, Intermediate Microeconomics, or Intermediate Macroeconomics.

Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by November 14. We anticipate conducting first-round interviews in early to mid-December and hosting campus visits in late January. Please visit our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu to find more details about the job and submit applications online. Candidates will need to upload the following materials:

Letter of application, Curriculum vitae, Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), Sample research paper, Statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interests (under 600 words), Names and e-mail addresses for three professional references, If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Logan M. Lee at leelogan@grinnell.edu or 641-269-4015.

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.

An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check.