Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics & Finance

Position Information

The Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance at Tennessee State University (an HBCU and land-grant institution) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, beginning Fall 2026. We seek a highly qualified faculty member with a terminal degree in Economics or Finance, who can contribute to teaching, research, and service in a student-centered, AACSB-accredited College of Business.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics.
• Maintain an active and productive research agenda, resulting in peer-reviewed publications.
• Advise and mentor students academically and professionally.
• Engage in curriculum development and program assessment activities.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities.
• Support efforts to recruit and retain students within the Economics and Finance programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to foster interdisciplinary research and external partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research and/or teaching interests aligned with applied economics, development economics, financial economics, public policy, or data analytics.
• Evidence of prior teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Experience using technology in teaching (such as online, hybrid, etc.).
• Experience or strong interest in mentoring students and supporting student success initiatives.
• Ability to contribute to efforts to expand diversity and inclusion within the field of economics.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D./DBA in Economics, Finance, or Applied Economics, or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution
• ABD candidates will be considered, provided the degree is completed by the start date
• A minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Economics and 18 graduate credit hours in Finance, qualifying the candidate to teach courses in both disciplines
• Demonstrated potential for high-quality research and scholarly publications
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching
• Ability to teach core and elective courses in Economics and Finance, including, but not limited to, the following courses: Microeconomics / Macroeconomics Intermediate Economics Corporate Finance / Financial Management Applied Economics, Financial Economics, or related areas
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Commitment to working effectively with a diverse student population, including first-generation college students and underrepresented groups

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions that require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree, and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. An official transcript will be needed upon hiring. In the “Other” section of documentations, please provide the following: Teaching Statement Research Statement You will be required to provide the names and contact information of three references during the application process for this posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using the contact information you provided.

Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

References

• Minimum References Required: 3

Quick Link

https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/10324