Gettysburg College

Position Title/Short Description

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The Department of Economics announces a search for a one-year position at the visiting assistant professor rank, effective August, 2016. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for strong teaching and research and will be expected to teach a 3-3 course load including a variety of introductory and advanced courses. Applicants must have research and teaching interests in experimental economics with an applied microeconomics field. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Economics by the time of appointment. Information regarding the Gettysburg Lab for Experimental Economics can be found at: http://www.gettysburg.edu/academics/economics/glee/

Qualifications:
The successful candidate should have a commitment to teaching in the liberal arts tradition and show clear potential for scholarly engagement. We seek an Economist trained in experimental economics with an applied microeconomics field, capable of teaching all levels of undergraduate students. The teaching load is 3/3 and includes introductory and upper-level courses in Economics.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants should apply online at: http://gettysburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/1663. A cover letter that addresses the candidate’s teaching experience and potential course offerings, a curriculum vitae and a job market paper must be submitted. In addition, applicants must submit the names and email addresses of three professional references. Professional references will be contacted by Gettysburg College to submit letters of recommendation electronically. At least one individual should be able to speak to the candidate’s teaching effectiveness.

For fullest consideration, all application materials should be received by 1 April 2016. Review of applications will begin immediately. Inquiries can be addressed to Susan Holz, Academic Administrative Assistant, at sholz@gettysburg.edu

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