Assistant Professor – Department of Economics

About the role

James Madison University (JMU) is a selective public institution in Harrisonburg, Virginia, with approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. The Department of Economics in the AACSB‑accredited College of Business has 21 full‑time faculty and supports the College and campus programs with high‑quality instruction. The College enrolls about 4,000 students in its AACSB programs and is highly regarded across campus. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026. For general inquiries, contact Bill Grant, search committee chair (grantwc@jmu.edu).

Responsibilities

• Teaching load of 3‑3 with normally two preparations per semester, typically including introductory economics.
• Willingness to teach natural resources economics is desirable.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics (or closely related field). Strong ABD candidates will be considered provided the dissertation defense is completed no later than August 1, 2027.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and a productive agenda for scholarly research.
• Demonstrated evidence of teaching effectiveness and excellent communication skills.