Saint Francis University

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Assistant Professor, Economics – Saint Francis University

Saint Francis University’s Shield’s School of Business invites applications for tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Economics. The Assistant Professor will teach a full load economic, finance, and/or international business courses to undergraduate and graduate business students. Provide co-curricular programing to benefit Saint Francis University, advise students, develop and activate a professional growth and development plan that involves research and scholarship, and provide service to Saint Francis and the broader community.

A Doctorate in Economics. Record of highly effective teaching, scholarship, service and demonstrate mission fit with Saint Francis University. Teaches undergraduate and graduate economic courses. A secondary or supporting area in finance and/or international business is preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and must work collaboratively with others. Willingness to serve on the Shields School of Business and University committees. Successful experience in teaching in-person and online courses is being sought.

Saint Francis University, a comprehensive, small Catholic university in the Laurel Highlands of central Pennsylvania, was founded in 1847 and is the oldest Franciscan institute of higher learning in the United States. The University is located in the village of Loretto, which is 80 miles east of Pittsburgh and 200 miles west of Washington, D.C. For more information, please visit our website at www.francis.edu.

To apply, fill out an online application at http://www.francis.edu/employment and submit a (i) cover letter, (ii) C.V., (iii) statement of teaching philosophy, (iv) statement of professional development plans,(v) unofficial transcripts, and (vi) names and contact information for three professional references to positions@francis.edu.

Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE.

Application material received by February 15, 2024 will receive primary consideration.