Teaching Assistant Professor – Career

About the role

The primary responsibility of this position is to teach economics courses to undergraduate students, with minimal research expectations that may focus on teaching pedagogy or any field within economics. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and engaging instructor, capable of inspiring and attracting students to the discipline of economics. This role also presents the possibility of contributing to the development of a Business Economics minor on the Pullman campus, with substantial support from colleagues and the broader university community. Additional duties include advising students, collaborating with faculty and staff across related disciplines, and actively participating in committees, instructional activities, and other initiatives within the School of Economic Sciences, the Pullman campus, and Washington State University. The position offers opportunities to mentor undergraduate students and supervise their research projects. All career track appointments should align with current Washington Administrative Code Regulations (WAC 250-61-100). Suitable Qualifications are an appropriate earned degree and experience related to the position. Located in Pullman, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Teach economics courses to undergraduate students
• Engage in minimal research expectations (teaching pedagogy or any field within economics)
• Inspire and attract students to economics
• Contribute to development of a Business Economics minor
• Advise students
• Collaborate with faculty and staff across related disciplines
• Participate in committees, instructional activities, and initiatives within the School of Economic Sciences, Pullman campus, and WSU
• Mentor undergraduate students
• Supervise undergraduate research projects

Requirements

• Earned Ph.D. in Economics or a related discipline at date of hire
• Demonstrated record of, or potential for, ensuring access and opportunity in all aspects of educational experiences in alignment with WSU’s land‑grant mission

Qualifications

• Evidence of strong training in theory and applicable quantitative methods
• Evidence of excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the university level

Pay

Annual salary range: $60,000 – $90,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to the