Assistant Professor

The University of Minnesota Morris invites applications for a tenure-track opening in Economics and Management at the beginning or advanced Assistant Professor level, for a position starting August 11, 2025. We welcome applications from broadly trained candidates with interests in Macroeconomics, Economic History, Comparative Economic Perspectives, or other heterodox fields. The successful candidate will be flexible enough to offer (in addition to Economics courses) certain elements of the Business Management curriculum, including Managerial Economics, Financial Management, and possibly other electives.

The teaching load is 20 credits annually (5 4-credit courses). The successful applicant will teach Macro Theory (for Econ majors), Managerial Economics (for Business and Management majors), and 3 additional classes to be determined by mutual interest. Possibilities include Econometrics, Principles of Economics, and/or elective field courses in either Economics or Business and Management. Ph.D. in Economics or a related field by May, 2025 is highly preferred. A strong commitment to teaching is essential.

This position must demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. All instructors are expected to strive for excellence in teaching and to participate in the assessment of student learning at the program and campus level.

Advising, service, and research are also fundamental expectations. A successful research program, as judged by external academic reviewers, is required for tenure and promotion. UMN Morris provides a variety of forms of support for research, including one semester of teaching relief (usually in year 3), support for conference travel, a competitive grant-in-aid (through the UMN system), and other means.

Essential knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Education: ABD in Economics or a related field by start of appointment.
• Teaching: Required i): successful undergraduate teaching experience; ii) ability and willingness to teach the courses listed above.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ph.D. in Economics or related.
• Liberal Arts Mission: Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate an understanding of the liberal arts mission, a commitment to inclusive education, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Service/Outreach: Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated interest and experience in service, outreach, and community engagement.

Pay Range:$70,000 $76,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a 1) cover letter describing your background and your particular interest in this position (AI-generated cover letters are strongly discouraged), 2) a CV, including references, and 3) evidence of teaching effectiveness in at least two instructor-of-record courses.

Review of applications will begin on April 23, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

For questions concerning the status of your application, contact Sharon Severance, severask@morris.umn.edu, subject line Economics/Bus Mgmt Search, or call 320-589-6200. For other questions related to this search, contact Arne Kildegaard, Economics/Bus Mgmt Search Chair: kildegac@morris.umn.edu. To request an accommodation during the application process, please email employ@umn.edu or call
(612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).