| The Economics Department at Macalester College seeks to hire a distinguished scholar and teacher to hold the Hubert H. Humphrey visiting professorship during the 2021-22 academic year. The Humphrey Professorship was established in 1968 to strengthen international education at Macalester by bringing to campus distinguished individuals in fields relating to international affairs. Accordingly, we seek an economist whose research has a strong international component and who can offer courses that reinforce the Collegeâs strength in internationalism. The candidateâs courses and research interests will ideally complement the teaching and scholarship of the permanent faculty in the Economics Department. Ph.D. required. Responsibilities include teaching a total of three undergraduate courses.
Benefits include health insurance, a moving subsidy, professional development funds, and rent-free occupancy of a comfortable furnished home near campus, with all utilities paid.
To apply, please submit a letter of application, C.V., two syllabi (or syllabi outlines) for classes you would like to teach, and a short teaching statement. Please arrange for two letters of recommendation to be uploaded. Applications from international candidates residing in the United States are welcome.
For any questions about the position, please contact Professor Sarah West, Economics Department Chair, at wests@macalester.edu or 651-696-6482. Applications received by February 24, 2021, will receive first consideration.
Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, with a population of approximately three million people and home to numerous colleges and universities, including the University of Minnesota. Macalester's diverse student body comprises over 2000 undergraduates from 49 states and the District of Columbia and over 90 nations. The College maintains a longstanding commitment to academic excellence with a special emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism, and service to society. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups. |
(posted 2021/01/29, listed until 2021/03/08)