Soka University of America (SUA)

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The Social and Behavioral Sciences Concentration at Soka University of America (SUA) seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics beginning August 1, 2027. We invite applicants with expertise in economics, including labor economics and/or development economics (and related fields), with a strong preference for someone who does both labor and development. We particularly welcome candidates whose research engages with issues in developing country contexts.
The successful candidate must demonstrate their ability to excite and engage students in class settings that foster meaningful intellectual engagement. This requires a demonstration of pedagogical flexibility and creativity, employing a range of teaching strategies to meet students where they are and support their growth. Experience in teaching and mentoring a diverse student body, along with a commitment to inclusive pedagogy, is essential.

Responsibilities
The new Assistant Professor will teach courses in economics such as Principles of Economics, Labor Economics, Economic Development, Regression Analysis, and/or Statistics. They will also teach in our interdisciplinary General Education (GE) program. The teaching load at SUA is five courses per year, typically three economics courses and two GE courses.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong background in teaching and scholarship and provide evidence of ongoing research activity. They should describe a plan to maintain an active research program involving undergraduates.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Economics. Applicants who have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. except the dissertation will also be considered.

Candidates should demonstrate responsiveness toward and understanding of diverse student backgrounds. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the university’s mission to develop global citizens. Having the ability and willingness to work collegially is essential, as is an understanding of our interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum.

Benefits and Salary: SUA offers an excellent benefits package for full-time faculty that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, dependent tuition remission, and faculty home loans. The salary range for this position is $106,000 - $116,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin Oct. 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by January 4, 2027.

For full description of the position and application instructions, please see the complete job posting on our website.