Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

George Fox University announces a 1-year visiting non-tenure-track faculty position in Economics, to begin August 2020. It is primarily focused on our undergraduate economics program, although there may be opportunities to teach in our graduate-level business, management and economics courses as well.  As such, we seek applicants with the ability to teach in a broad range of courses, giving priority to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: microeconomics, macroeconomics, international economic development, and international trade and finance.

This position is a one- year appointment for the 2020-21 academic year. 

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented on our faculty.

Program/Department Mission Statement: The mission of the George Fox College of Business is to shape competent, confident, compassionate leaders, who are ready to contribute. "Be Known. Be a Trusted Leader." The Christian commitment of the faculty and staff in the George Fox College of Business shapes our identity. We believe our Christian faith makes us uniquely able to move the study of ethics beyond a purely utilitarian approach. Our faith reminds us of our social responsibility to care for one another and our world. There is more to business than the bottom line.

The work of our new colleague will include, but is not limited to:

• Teaching broadly in the business and economics curriculum, including Principles of Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, and Intermediate Macroeconomics.
• Teaching upper-level International Economic Development and International Trade and Finance courses.
• Engagement with professional business and economics communities.
• Participation in the work of the department and the university, including advising and serving on university committees as needed. 

 Qualifications

• Candidates with a Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field will be given preference, although candidates with a Master's degree and significant professional and/or previous academic experience are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is preferred.
• A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
• All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Salary and Rank

Appointment at the Visiting Assistant Professor level is anticipated. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Faith and learning essay*

Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.  

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

*INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING ESSAY George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries)

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