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Assistant / Associate Professor of Economics

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You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
  • Community Service Leave
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health Benefits
  • NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount
  • and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA
Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position
The Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics at North Carolina A&T State University has proudly maintained accreditation by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) since 1979. The Accounting accreditation has been in place since 1986. The most recent reaffirmation of accreditation occurred in 2021. The leadership team for the Deese College includes the Dean, Associate Dean of Research and Operations, the Assistant Dean of Student Success & Programming, the Assistant Dean/MBA Director, the MACC Director, the Director of the Transportation Institute, five academic Chairpersons, about 14 administrative services staff and 2 technical services staff.

The University is on a journey to become a Research 1 (R1) institution. The faculty member will be responsible for continuously publishing in high-quality peer reviewed journals while developing and delivering high-quality course content in economics at the undergraduate and MBA levels both on campus and online. In addition to carrying out impactful teaching and research, faculty members are expected to actively engage in service to the department, college, university, community, and profession. Faculty is expected to engage with external partners and support grant and external funding opportunities.

This is a 9-month, tenure-track position in the field of macroeconomics at the
Assistant or Associate Professor level.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Economics is one of five academic departments in the Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics at North Carolina A&T State University, located in Greensboro, NC. North Carolina A&T State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral high research activity university that prepares students to advance the human condition and facilitate economic growth in North Carolina and beyond by providing a preeminent and diverse educational experience through teaching, research, and scholarly application of knowledge.

The Department of Economics offers both campus-based and distance learning BS degrees in economics. Students pursuing the campus-based economics degree have three options: an economics degree with a concentration in business, an economics degree with a concentration in law, and a general economics degree with 27 free elective hours allowing a student to choose their own concentration outside of the discipline. The distance learning degree offers only the general economics option. The economics degree with a concentration in business is an AACSB-accredited program; the College has been accredited by AACSB International since 1979. The Department currently has 12 full-time faculty, all of whom hold terminal degrees, and two part-time faculty.
Minimum Requirements
The position requires an earned doctorate in Economics by the anticipated date of appointment and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and research appropriate to the level of appointment.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Highly desirable candidates will have evidence of effective undergraduate teaching and an active research agenda leading to publications in high-quality journals. We also highly value candidates with demonstrated experience in effective online teaching practices and an active record of professional service engagement.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Position Information

Working Title Assistant / Associate Professor of Economics
Position Number 007501
Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track Yes
FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division Economics
Organizational Location College of Business & Economics
Organizational Unit Economics
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA2011
Open Date 12/15/2023
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 01/15/2024
Date Position Available 08/16/2024
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
  • Community Service Leave
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits
  • NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount
  • and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Teaching Philosophy
  4. Research Statement
  5. Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
  6. Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
  7. Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Reference 1
  2. Letter of Reference 2
  3. Letter of Reference 3
  4. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
  5. Other Document
  6. Other Degree - Copy of transcripts