Union College
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Assistant Professor of Economics

Pay
$93,000 – $96,000 per year
Location
Union College, Schenectady, NY
Listed
2 days ago

About the role

Union College invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of Economics, beginning September 1, 2027. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by November 30, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Position description

We seek candidates with demonstrated ability to teach financial economics (investments and/or corporate finance) and intermediate macroeconomics. We have some preferences for candidates who can teach international finance.

  • JEL Classification: E - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics
  • F - International Economics
  • G - Financial Economics

Keywords: Financial Economics, Investments, Corporate Finance, International Finance, Intermediate Macroeconomics

The successful applicant should have a Ph.D. by September 1, 2027, an established record of teaching excellence, and a strong research program.

Application instructions

Please submit all application materials as PDF files. Only the materials listed below will be considered.

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Job market paper
  • Research statement
  • Teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as peer observation reports or sample syllabi.

Applicants should describe in their application materials their approaches to supervising undergraduate research, teaching academically and culturally diverse students, promoting diversity and inclusion, and contributing to interdisciplinary studies at the College. Candidates' research and teaching will be evaluated in the context of their academic background and experience.

Please send questions and other inquiries to Kaywana Raeburn at. Applicants invited to the first round of interviews will receive a request for the contact information for three professional references.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $93,000-$96,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We offer exceptional benefits including

  • Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
  • Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
  • Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
  • Tuition Exchange

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

About the Economics Department

Our teaching load is six courses over three ten-week terms, up to two of which may take the form of supervision of undergraduate theses. Tenure track hires have a one-course load reduction in their first year and receive additional research support.

Union College offers many opportunities for both faculty and students to engage with multiple disciplines - and each other - in collaborative classroom settings, innovative majors, interdisciplinary theses, and unique research initiatives. The successful hire may develop courses in their area of expertise that could contribute to one or more of the interdisciplinary programs.

Read the original posting

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