Assistant Professor of Economics

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary:

The Davis School of Business at Colorado Mesa University is seeking candidates for the rank of Assistant Professor of Economics with their primary focus in high-quality instruction and curricular innovation. The position is full-time, tenure-track starting January 2027 (preferred) or August 2027.
Colorado Mesa University (CMU) is a state-funded institution that emphasizes quality teaching and research, having embraced the teacher-scholar model. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester; courses are delivered on-campus, online, and in hybrid format, though our main focus is on in-person learning on a dynamic residential campus. Davis School of Business is AACSB accredited and the qualified candidate will be expected to maintain Scholarly Academic status. In addition to teaching, scholarship within your discipline is expected along with advising students and service at the school and university level. There may also be potential opportunity to work on technical reports and economic updates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Candidates may come from diverse backgrounds, with a range of experiences, achievements, and leadership roles, either within or outside academia. Candidates should have significant industry, business, or corporate experience relevant to economics. 

As a member of the Davis School of Business, you will be expected to teach four classes per semester in a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses such as Principles of Micro and/or Macro Economics, Intermediate Microeconomic Theory, Managerial Economics (graduate), and Labor Economics.

Salary:

$92,000 - $98,500

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  

REQUIRED:  

• A PhD in Economics, or a closely related field with at least 18 economics credit hours at the graduate level and significant work experience in economics. ABD with a dissertation defense date and completion of all degree requirements on or before August 2027 will be considered.
• Demonstrated potential for exceptional teaching performance.
• Commitment to best practices in instruction and student advising/mentoring.
• Demonstrated dedication to advancing a research agenda and producing scholarly work relevant to economics
• Demonstrated potential for active involvement in institutional, community, and/or professional activities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

DESIRED: 

• Experience teaching college-level economics courses beyond student teaching
• Five or more years of economics/business industry experience is strongly preferred given our hands-on, application-oriented approach in the classroom.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information.  In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter describing qualifications and experience as they relate to the specific requirements, responsibilities, and preferences of this position.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If transcripts and credentials are foreign this must be submitted in English)
• Teaching statement of no more than two pages, should address teaching interests, examples of classroom techniques, and strategies for effective teaching
• Examples of recent course/student evaluations of teaching
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for.  Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor.  Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

Direct Inquiries: Dr. Nate Perry, [email protected]

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.