Job Summary:

Fort Valley State University invites applications for a position as a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics in the Department of Business within the College of Arts and Sciences. The successful candidate for this position will teach courses in the area of economics, and other business courses as needed, engage in scholarly activity, and offer service to the department, college, university, and community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach full load in discipline and or related fields, both on ground and online
• Provide academic advising to students
• Mentor students with an interest in Economic careers.
• Supervise/conduct related research
• Engage in professional development activities
• Participate in and support service-related activities at the departmental, college, institutional, and community level.
• Serve on committees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Doctorate in Economics from an accredited Business school/college. (ABD with a documented plan for completion may be considered)
• 5 years teaching experience at the university level.
• ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements
• Ability to use technology effectively in teaching and learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred:

• Experience with learning management systems
• Record of publications in peer reviewed journals
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Related industry/business experience
• Strong understanding of learning and motivation
• Demonstrated skills in the assessment, advising and mentoring of learners.
• Proven ability to deal effectively with individual differences in ability, personality, and interests.

Working Conditions:

• Climate controlled environment

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift at least 20lbs.