University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) Department of Economics and Finance is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Economics (Position R97060) to begin Fall 2018. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Fields of specialization are open, but in addition to courses in the area of specialization, the new faculty member will be expected to teach one or more of the following courses during a typical year: statistics, principles of microeconomics, principles of macroeconomics, or managerial economics. The university expects instructional excellence and scholarly output appropriate for a school with AACSB accreditation of its undergraduate and MBA programs.

UALR is a metropolitan university located in Little Rock, the capital and the governmental and financial center of the State. The Department of Economics and Finance is housed in the College of Business. The city enjoys a moderate climate, a moderate size population, a diverse terrain, and a myriad of cultural and sports activities.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should have a PhD in Economics or should have completed all degree requirements by commencement of employment.

Application materials must be submitted through the UALR PeopleAdmin online application system. Additional information about this position and application requirements are available under the Jobs link on the Human Resources’ website at http://ualr.edu/humanresources/. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The search committee will begin reviewing applications as of November 1, 2017 and applications will be considered until an appointment is made. The position is open until filled. For additional information call (501) 569-8862.

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal and financial history background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.