"Full-time tenure-track position in Economics and Finance"

Full-time tenure-track position in Economics and Finance

John Cabot University (JCU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Economics and Finance (Assistant or Associate level), to begin end of August 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with possibility of renewal.

We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Economics or Finance who have demonstrated excellence in teaching and research and a commitment to institutional and community service. The subfield is open, with a preference for candidates with expertise in finance, macroeconomics, financial institutions, and capital markets. The ideal candidate should have familiarity and experience with the American liberal arts educational tradition and be prepared to teach introductory courses as well as courses in their area of expertise. The teaching load is three courses per semester. Candidates are expected to be fluent in English, which is the language of instruction, and to have valid EU working documents in Italy.

Applicants should send 1) a cover letter addressing their interest and fit for teaching at an American liberal arts college in Rome; 2) an updated curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) evidence of teaching excellence.

Applicants should send evidence of ongoing research, e.g., one or two writing samples demonstrating research potential in the field of specialization. Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent separately to the same email address.

Materials should be sent as a single pdf file to EconomicsFinanceSearch@johncabot.edu.

Review of applications will begin December 20 and continue until the positions are filled. Applications received before January 5 will receive full consideration.

Inquiries about the position may be addressed to Prof. Sergio Scicchitano (sergio.scicchitano@johncabot.edu).

John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.