Job Summary:

The Department of Economics in the Davis College of Business and Economics at Radford University invites applications for the full-time temporary (one-year) position of Instructor or Assistant Professor of Economics for the 2024-2025 academic year. This appointment is subject to receiving final approval from the Provost’s Office. The position involves teaching four undergraduate courses per semester (both face-to-face and online) in the areas of Economics, including of Principles of Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, Global Economy & Business, and/or elective courses in area of specialty. The Assistant Professor position requires a Ph.D. in Economics. ABD’s will be considered at the Instructor level. Applicants must be a qualified instructor per AACSB requirements as well as the standards of the Davis College of Business and Economics, defined as sustaining currency and relevance through scholarship and related activities.

The Department of Economics is a community of scholars dedicated to the preparation of collaborative, globally-minded, highly skilled professionals. The department is committed to fostering an atmosphere of equity, diversity, and inclusivity within our undergraduate and graduate programs. The department faculty are highly collaborative in endeavors of teaching and scholarship.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,700 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service, and research programs and is one of the premier teacher preparation universities in the Commonwealth. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 17 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service.

In 2022, the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education elevated Radford University to the Doctoral/Professional classification due to the increased number of doctoral degrees awarded. Radford University was recently recognized among the top National Universities by the U. S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Colleges report. In addition, Radford University was recognized as one of the “Best Regional Universities in the Southeast” by the Princeton Review in 2023. Radford University was also recognized as one of the Best Colleges of Public Distinction for 2022-2023. Please visit the Radford University website at http://www.radford.edu.

The city of Radford, Virginia is located in the heart of the New River Valley in southwest Virginia. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region is a haven for music lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Just a short drive from Blacksburg and Roanoke, the region boasts a vibrant art scene and local food culture as well as many community-university partnership opportunities. Radford is also a two-hour drive from the Piedmont Triad and two and a half hours from Charlotte, NC.

Required Qualifications:

Must be a qualified instructor per AACSB requirements as well as the standards of the Davis College of Business and Economics, defined as sustaining currency and relevance through scholarship and related activities.

Work Location: Radford

Posting Number: F00291P

Position Number: F03300

Department: Economics, Dept of-11203

Application Review Date: 06/10/2024