"Stephenson Family Distinguished Professor in Economics (Associate or Full Professor)"

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Stephenson Family Distinguished Professor in Economics (Associate or Full Professor)

Tenant Status: Tenure Track

Department: Economics - 255150

Minimum Qualifications

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University is pleased to invite applications for the endowed Stephenson Family Distinguished Professorship in Economics, housed in the Department of Economics.

To be considered for this position, candidates must hold a PhD in Economics and be at the academic rank of full professor or associate professor (or have a record commensurate with an associate professor).

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

Focus on environmental and resource economics, and/or experimental and behavioral economics.

Description of the Department or Unit

The Department of Economics is an intellectually vibrant community that values excellence in both research and teaching, and has well-established strengths in environmental, resource, experimental and behavioral economics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Economics at Appalachian State University is seeking candidates for the endowed Stephenson Family Distinguished Professor in Economics position, which is open to the academic ranks of full professor as a distinguished professor, or associate professor as a distinguished scholar. The professorship holder will maintain a high level of professional service and leadership beyond the University. The start date is for the Fall 2026 semester.

The successful candidate for this endowed faculty position is expected to have and maintain a recognized research program with a focus on environmental and resource economics, and/or experimental and behavioral economics. The department seeks individuals with an outstanding publication record, a strong record or potential for external research funding, proven excellence as a teacher, and an interest in participating in department service activities. While teaching assignments vary with needs, the department seeks candidates with the willingness and expertise to teach courses in business statistics and applied econometrics at the undergraduate level, and at the graduate level for programs such as Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics and Master of Business Administration.

The successful candidate will hold a 9-month faculty position with tenure. The accompanying appointment as the endowed distinguished professorship is for an initial term of five years with the expectation of renewal based on performance.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/11/2026

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date: 12/1/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 11/01/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52105