"Tenure Track Position in Economics-History"

Company: Colgate University

Job Location: Hamilton, New York

Category: Economics

Type: Full-Time

The Economics Department at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-stream position in economic history or related fields, beginning fall semester 2026. We have teaching needs in the economic history, history of economic thought, or related fields; scholarship in any broadly related field is welcome. We expect to hire at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates will be considered at the Associate or Full Professor level.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. All Colgate faculty are expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. Completion of PhD is required prior to or shortly after the date of hire. Learn more about the Department of Economics. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website.

Application Materials
A cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness, and a sample of recent scholarship must be submitted through Interfolio. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In the cover letter, candidates must describe their ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Required components:

• cover letter which must describe the candidate's ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds
• curriculum vitae
• three letters of recommendation
• evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness
• a sample of recent scholarship

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$114,800 (for ABD candidates) to $118,800 (for candidates with PhD in hand)