Assistant Professor, Economics | Skidmore College - Military Veterans

Skidmore College Economics Assistant Professor Rank JEL Fields: I1, L0, Q5 The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track position at assistant professor rank, beginning in the fall of 2025. Applicants must possess a strong desire to teach and pursue research in a liberal arts environment in a department with a reputation for excellent teaching. The successful candidate will teach both electives and required courses in microeconomics and econometrics. Expertise in health economics is strongly preferred. Other fields of interest are industrial organization and environmental economics. Your cover letter should address those fields in which you are prepared to teach. The college offers excellent research support. The standard teaching load is 5 courses (18 credits) per year, normally with 2 3 preps. New faculty receive a course release in their first year and are eligible for a pre-tenure sabbatical. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. We invite you to discuss any relevant aspects of your candidacy in your cover letter or a separate statement. Skidmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college with a student body of roughly 2,400 located near the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, in Saratoga Springs, New York. Skidmore College is distinguished by a curriculum balanced in the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and pre-professional programs and offers more than 40 majors. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, although advanced ABDs may be considered. Applications are due November 15. Required documents needed to apply: Candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their ability to contribute in the areas described above; a curriculum vitae; one research paper; names and contact information for three references; a research statement; a teaching statement and/or evidence of teaching capability; and a statement on potential contributions to our efforts related to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion if not addressed in the cover letter. To learn more about and apply for this position please visit us online at: http://jobs.skidmore.edu Pay Rate: $99k-$110k Pay Ranges: The hiring rate for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience. Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position. Academic discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9-month annual salary). Unique applicable skills. Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, military or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or prior arrest or conviction record or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result. CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.