Assistant Professor of Economics

About the Role

Bucknell University’s Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position beginning August 1, 2027, specializing in current heterodox approaches. The position is open to candidates in any research field, with particular interest in scholars working in emerging areas that would expand the department’s curriculum, including the economics of artificial intelligence and digital transformation, ecological economics, complexity economics, and macroeconomics. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship in accordance with University policy. At this time, the University is only able to provide H-1B visa sponsorship for candidates currently residing in the U.S. with a valid, transferable visa status (e.g. H-1B, F-1, J-1). Bucknell is not currently in a position to initiate new H-1B petitions for candidates residing abroad.

Responsibilities

• Candidates should have a Ph.D. in economics by the start of the appointment; candidates in the final stages of completing their Ph.D. will be considered.
• Applicants should demonstrate expertise in heterodox economics, excellence in undergraduate teaching, and the potential for a strong program of scholarship.
• The successful candidate will teach five courses per year, including intermediate macroeconomics and electives from a heterodox perspective, and will advise students as well as participate in departmental, university, or professional service.
• Additional teaching may include introductory economics, and courses in the college core curriculum, including interdisciplinary courses.
• The department is committed to pluralism in economics; we value teaching and scholarship that expose students to multiple intellectual, methodological, social, and global perspectives.
• We welcome candidates who demonstrate excellence in student-centered teaching, support students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, and value collaboration and interdisciplinarity.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in economics by the start of the appointment (or final stages of completion).
• Expertise in heterodox economics.
• Excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Potential for a strong program of scholarship.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role.
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options.
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions).
• Tuition remission for faculty and staff members (full‑time and part‑time) for themselves; full‑time faculty and staff also receive tuition remission for spouse/spousal equivalent and various tuition programs for children.
• Credit for full‑time benefits‑eligible employment at other institutions of higher education applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives.
• Additional benefits: parental leave, employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card.