Williams College

Position Title/Short Description

Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Williams College Economics Department is seeking to appoint a visiting professor of economics for the 2015-16 academic year. The position could be for the full year, or we could offer multiple one semester positions. We invite applications at all ranks from candidates with expertise in any field within economics. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching. Additionally, he or she will be comfortable working in an inclusive environment with a diverse group of students. Candidates should have a Ph.D, or all requirements for the Ph.D. degree, completed by September 2015. We are a department of active scholars (http://econ.williams.edu/) and currently have 23 tenured or tenure-track faculty members. In addition to our undergraduate program, we operate and staff the Center for Development Economics (http://cde.williams.edu/), which offers an MA in Policy Economics.

Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, professional papers, and teaching evaluations and ensure that three letters of reference are submitted on their behalf. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check. Further information is available at: http://dean-faculty.williams.edu/prospective-faculty/background-check-policy/.

Deadline for application and supporting materials: November 24, 2014. All materials should be submitted through Interfolio at https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/25591

Williams College is a coeducational liberal arts institution located in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts. The college has built its reputation on outstanding teaching and scholarship and on the academic excellence of its approximately 2,000 students. Please visit the Williams College website (http://www.williams.edu). Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

CONTACT: Professor William M. Gentry, Chair, Department of Economics, 325 Schapiro Hall, 24 Hopkins Hall Drive, Williams College, Williamstown, MA 01267