Assistant Professor - Economics in Salisbury

The Department of Economics in the Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics with a specialization in Macroeconomics. The position begins August 15, 2026. The search will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach the macroeconomics sequence, including Principles of Macroeconomics and Intermediate Macroeconomics
• Teach elective courses in the candidate’s area of expertise (e.g., financial economics, money and banking, international economics, labor economics, econometrics)
• The normal teaching load is nine credit hours per semester.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and academic advising
• Maintain an active research agenda leading to publication in reputable, peer-reviewed journals consistent with AACSB accreditation standards
• Provide services to departmental, school, and university

Authority and Accountability

This assistant professor of Economics will report to the chairperson of the Department of Economics. There are no direct reports, budgetary responsibility or authority for this position.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics (ABD considered; degree must be completed by the start date)
• Potential or demonstrated ability to be an excellent teacher
• Potential or demonstrated ability to publish a steady stream of peer-reviewed scholarly research

Preferred Qualifications

• The preferred candidate will have prior undergraduate teaching experience, demonstrate a willingness to teach in multiple instructional formats and to integrate technology into classroom teaching, along with an interest in supervising undergraduate research and an emerging record of peer-reviewed publications.

Application Materials

• Curriculum vitae
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness for the most recent two years
• Two samples of scholarly research
• Contact information from three professional references, including the most recent supervisor
• Transcripts

Review begins immediately until position is filled. Applications received by March 1 will receive full consideration.

The position is a full-time, exempt, state role with comprehensive benefits. Priority will be given to applicants who apply by March 1, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University’s Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.