Term Assistant Professor of Economics
About the role
The Department of Economics at St. Olaf College invites applications for a full-time, one-year position at the Visiting Instructor or Assistant Professor level, to begin August 17, 2026. We seek candidates with experience and interest in teaching Trade, Development, and Gender, or a similar senior-level elective, along with Principles of Economics. The successful applicant would also teach an undergraduate elective course related to their field(s), which would be negotiated upon hire. An ability to teach urban economics is preferred for this position.
Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in economics is preferred, though an ABD in economics with undergraduate teaching experience will receive full consideration.
About the Department
The St. Olaf Economics Department is a community of scholars who are passionate about teaching and research. For more information about the department, visit https://wp.stolaf.edu/economics/.
Salary Range
$63,000 - $70,000
How to Apply
A complete application includes the following:
- A cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in this position
- Your curriculum vitae
- Your graduate transcript (unofficial)
- A statement of teaching philosophy
- The contact information for three professional references who can speak to your abilities in teaching and scholarship
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions about the position, department, or college may be directed to Naafey Sardar, Search Chair, at sardar1@stolaf.edu.